LinuxChix is an informal, volunteer-run online community where women and men with various levels of expertise discuss Linux-related technology and issues of gender and computing. Most activity occurs on three mailing lists with different areas of focus (technical, issues-based and social). A number of regional chapters exist which facilitate RealWorld meetings and events. A wiki is being considered for the LinuxChix web site. http://www.linuxchix.org Those interested in encouraging more women in computing fields should take a look at the HOWTO, written by LinuxChix members: http://www.tldp.org/HOWTO/Encourage-Women-Linux-HOWTO/index.html lots of food for thought, for men and women. ---- Thank you VERY MUCH for the HOWTO! I felt much better after reading this! (The only thing I don't completely agree with is about women "cussing," but then I'm not comfortable with anyone using obscenities. I don't think it shows strength, earthiness or anything positive.) But let that pass -- overall this is a wonderful document! -- Websafe. ---- See also: LinuxCommunity, OpenSource.