About Us

G'day I'm Kevin McCormick. I founded the West Auckland Linux eNthusiasts Network in 2017 because I'm more than a Linux Fan - I'm our Club's Self Proclaimed Puppy Linux New Zealot i.e. Kiwi, altho We're an interesting assembly of cultures, ages, genders and Linux eXpertize levels from eNthusiastic starter 2 advanced CLI gurus.

Upcoming Meetings

18:30 - 20:30 (Every third Thursday of the month) @ Zeal, 20 Alderman Drive, Henderson (Front of West Wave Building)

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Why switch to Linux?

Free

Linux is an entirely free alternative computer operating system.

Reusable

Linux can work on the same hardware as your current computer.

Flexible

Linux gives you more control and options. Once installed, you have a wide variety of free software applications to download and use.

Secure

Linux is often more secure.

User Privacy

Linux respects your privacy better.

Speed

Linux can make an old laptop or desktop run much faster.

Freedom

For experts in this community, there's even the freedom to modify the underlying code to customize software application features.

Community support

Joining the West Auckland Linux Enthusiasts Network means you become part of a friendly community of people who help each other. This is a welcoming place where you can learn a lot and make your computer truly your own.

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