i don't have much trouble getting help, i generally just do a search or post a thread
on ubuntuForums.
i would goto stafford but is a bit far from me cos i don't drive.
 Date: Mon, 1 Dec 2008 19:29:37 +0000
 To: staffslug(a)staffslug.org.uk
 From: staffslug(a)staffslug.org.uk
 Subject: Re: [Staffslug] new member
 
 2008/12/1  <staffslug(a)staffslug.org.uk>:
 > hi
 >
 > i'm sim, just found the mailing list, i tried to register on the website but
 > apparently there was a problem with the email being sent to my address and
 > told me to contact the webmaster, although it seemed easier to just post it
 > here.
 >
 > i've been running linux for around 6 months as my sole o/s. i started with
 > ubuntu and now using linux mint 5 (i know not much difference).i'm based in
 > stoke.
 >
 > is there generally more use of the mailing list rather than the forum?
 >
 >Hi there,
 
 Mailing list definitely a bit dead now but I'm sure you'd still get
 help if needed.
 Wolves list is busier and they have regular meetings, as I'm in
 Stafford it's not far to go.
 
 Cheers
 Stuart
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