What services does lug.org.uk offer to Linux user groups?

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lug.org.uk is the UK Linux User Groups organisation. It provides technical services to User, Support, or Interest Groups in the United Kingdom that are interested in or advocate for permissive licences — including Free Software, Open Source Software, and Linux distribution groups. If your group fits that description, or you are thinking of starting one, you can apply for resources.

Services available to eligible groups

According to the organisation's own site, lug.org.uk offers the following to groups that align with its purpose:

  • Free website hosting — groups can have their web presence hosted on lug.org.uk infrastructure.
  • Free email addresses — groups can obtain email addresses as part of the hosting offer.
  • Mailing list operation — lug.org.uk runs mailing lists for groups.
  • DNS hosting — DNS hosting services are provided.

These are offered at no cost to qualifying groups, based on the site's description of "free hosting of web sites and email addresses."

Who can apply

The services are aimed at groups in the United Kingdom that are interested in, or advocate for, permissive licences — for example Free Software, Open Source Software, and Linux distribution groups. The site also maintains a list of Linux User Groups and other associated groups in the United Kingdom.

If you run a group that fits this description, or are considering starting one, the site directs you to its application process.

How the infrastructure is provided

lug.org.uk states that its infrastructure is provided by BitFolk. The site's template is originally based on the Jekyll Theme Simple Blog.

Practical next steps

  • Check the list of existing UK Linux User Groups and associated groups to see whether your group is already represented.
  • If your group aligns with the organisation's purpose, review the application page for resources.
  • If you are starting a new group, the same application route applies.

For current details on eligibility, application requirements, and the exact scope of each service, consult the relevant pages on lug.org.uk directly, since the site does not publish pricing or login information in the material reviewed here.