October 2009 - skunkworks - Skunkworks Site

Internet Connectivity Packages
by Odhiambo Washington 08 Oct '09

08 Oct '09

Hello Skunks, Given all the products in the market currently, which option/package do you think is best (cost effective, efficient) for connecting an office with 10 users? These are most e-mail users (well, with 2MB or so attachments at times) and once in a while downloading some files. Anyone excited about any package from Orange? Which one? -- Best regards, Odhiambo WASHINGTON, Nairobi,KE +254733744121/+254722743223 _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ "If you have nothing good to say about someone, just shut up!." -- Lucky Dube

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i like aki
by matere lusitche 08 Oct '09

08 Oct '09

lets vote mr aki for skunkworks president(sic!) hes active and knowlegable na hana matharau and ive never met the guy

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How do you manage your windows users with laptops working from multiple LANs? : FYI
by aki 07 Oct '09

07 Oct '09

Contribution for the week. A novice view. ( Platform WinXP pro ) Short History : A while back when studying C# for the Mbyte Meter project, I came across Windows Management Instrumentation. WMI is something very new to me and was the best suited API for my project. Understanding it is a bit complex but last evening, after weeks of struggling, I managed a break through. There are many on the net who have not been able to succeed with this below. A potential future project came to my mind about creating an automatic Ip address, Gateway and DNS changer tool. This tool will take in set paramenters and the user just has to select the site, activate profile they are on and work away! The code below is for IP address only, but at a much later stage full development will take place. // WMI has classes that assist you interact with hardware on your laptop/desktop/server. In the case of Network Adapters, WMI provides 3 classes. One that is of importance is Win32_NetworkAdapterConfiguration . It has various methods and properties and of use is the EnableStatic Method. Here's part of the code: // Create access to the class object ManagementObject mO = new ManagementObject ("Win32_NetworkAdapterConfiguration.Index='8'"); // The index is the instances of the network cards. // Get the method in-parameters ManagementBaseObject inParams = mO.GetMethodParameters("EnableStatic"); // where EnableStatic is the method of the class // Add input parameters inParams ["IPAddress"] = new string[] {"192.168.1.1"} // Ip Address is an array inParams ["SubnetMask"] = new string[] {"255.255.255.0"} // SubnetMask is an array // Execute the method and obtain return values ManagementBaseObject outParams = ("EnableStatic", inParams,null); I was able to sucessfully change the ip address and mask using the above. Taste of success is sweet!! :-) Rgds.

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Delivering torrents as http traffic
by Dennis Kioko 07 Oct '09

07 Oct '09

Is it possible to have a service where servers download torrents and forward them to a user as http traffic, such that if torrents are blocked or throttled on my network, I can input them on the service and get a http link that will come in as a normal download which will not be blocked or throttled. does such a service exist? -- with Regards: Corruption in Kenya, a brief look at causes and an insane solution: all at my blog: http://gramware.blogspot.com

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Hired 'review' bloggers hey days over-disclose cash received else $11, 000 penalties per incident
by Gakuru Alex 07 Oct '09

07 Oct '09

FTC Sets Endorsement Rules for Blogs By Cecilia Kang Washington Post Staff Writer Tuesday, October 6, 2009 Bloggers who offer endorsements must disclose any payments they have received from the subjects of their reviews or face penalties of up to $11,000 per violation, the Federal Trade Commission said Monday. The agency, charged with protecting consumer interests, had not updated its policy on endorsements in nearly three decades, well before the Internet became a force in shaping consumer tastes. The new rules attempt to make more transparent corporate payments to bloggers, research firms and celebrities that help promote a product. "Given that social media has become such a significant player in the advertising area, we thought it was necessary to address social media as well," said Richard Cleland, assistant director for the division of advertising practices at the FTC. Consumer interest groups have long complained about the lack of disclosure. They say consumers often have no way of telling what corporate payments have been made to bloggers writing on parenting, fitness, dieting and financial services sites, for example. .... Punishments for violations will range from a warning letter to a fine of up to $11,000 per violation. <http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2009/10/05/AR200910050…> _______________________________________________ ke-internetusers mailing list ke-internetusers(a)bdix.net http://www.bdix.net/mailman/listinfo/ke-internetusers

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Yeeellp: Cisco 800 Series
by James Wachira 07 Oct '09

07 Oct '09

Guys, Heres a quick one. I have a router I need to Configure[My First one]. A Cisco 800 Series. How do I connect and Configure it with my Laptop considering the laptop does not have a COM port. Urgently please.. Thanks -- With Regards, James W, Nairobi, .ke |tel: +254 728 024 897 | gtalk: jwaciira | yahoo: jwaciira | twitter: jwaciira | ----------------------------- The Geek shall inherit the earth. - Linus 5:5

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A second Opening in Cellulant, deadline 23 October 2009
by cellulant lists 07 Oct '09

07 Oct '09

Cellulant Kenya is looking for a highly motivated, self driven and energetic Engineers to fill in the roles in the SOMI (Security/Support, Operations, Maintenance and Infrastructure) Department. He/She must be initiative willing to work at odd and long hours and deliver within strict time-lines. Role: Networks and Infrastructure Responsibilities • Design and expand to scalable Networks. • Ensure Network security standards are adhered to in implementations and expansions. • Maintain Cellulant Networks. • Document and create new monitoring ways for Operation Hubs also improve current monitoring methods. • Administer Servers remotely. • Plan and design High Availability and Load balancing among servers. • Oversee and maintain smooth operations that meet tight SLA's. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: • Bachelors’ degree in Computer or related field. • Experience in building secure and scalable Enterprise networks (preferably with Cisco certification ie CCNA, CCNP, CCSP) • Good and strong skills in Linux servers administration. • Good Knowledge in Software development cycles preferably in Java and php. • Experience with relational databases preferably MYSQL. • Understanding of information security Role: Systems and Networks Support (2) Responsibilities • Troubleshoot server systems in case of issues or failures. • Assist in monitoring and maintaining system/applications for uptime. • Offer support to Cellulant clients. • Provide and prepare reports and incidents docs. • Plan, coordinate and organize the Support team. • Assist in documentation and System re-architecture and design. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: • Bachelors’ degree in Computer or related field. • Strong and confident in Linux environments. • Knowledge in Networks and Design. • Understanding of various networking equipment such as firewalls, routers and switches. • Understanding of Software development cycles preferably in Java and php. • Good analytical skills and apt in learning. • Good at reporting and documentation. Start : immediately Renumeration: Negotiable Closing date: 23 October 2009 Forward your CVs to techjobskenya(a)cellulant.com. Remember this job is different from the one posted on Monday. George Mburu

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Graduate Trainees needed - Turnkey Africa Limited
by Tony Likhanga 07 Oct '09

07 Oct '09

Folks, Got this from one of my contacts. Don't ask me why they mention "*experienced software developers* " , "*No prior experience is required" *and *"Fresh Graduate"* in the same advert coz we live in interesting times :) Graduate Trainees Turnkey Africa Limited is a leading provider of enterprise technology solutions and services, focused on achieving the unique goals of our clients. We are currently seeking experienced software developers with experience in Java and PLSQL. Responsibilities 1. Participate in new and existing product and feature development across 2.multiple development teams. 3.Providing software maintenance and development for the application implemented in Java, Oracle Forms & Reports 4.Creating or update technical system documentation including design documents and installation instructions 5.Performing unit and system testing 6.Attending customer meetings 7.Adhering to established polices and procedures to ensure integrity and quality of projects 8.Make recommendations to enhance and coordinate programming activities and standards to be used for all software development throughout the company. Education and Qualifications: • Degree/diploma in Computer Science, from a reputable university, in software development and relational databases. • No prior experience is required • Professional Skills and Experience: • Fresh Graduate • Strong programming skills/knowledge • Practical experience in Interpersonal and Social Skills required • Understanding of insurance business • Strong focus on customer support • Commitment to team work and co-operation • Strong technical writing skills • Ability to Perform software development tasks in a professional and effective manner • Accepts personal responsibility and has high ethical values • Ability to work within a matrix environment Other Requirements: • Candidates must be fluent in English (written and spoken) • Ability to work independently and be prepared for frequent travel If you meet the above requirements, please send an application letter and detailed curriculum vitae with 3 referees to jobs(a)turnkeyafrica.com<http://mail.google.com/mc/compose?to=jobs%40turnkeyafrica.com>so as to reach us on or before October 30th, 2009. Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

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Does Kenya Posta have a website or mail server ?
by Thomas Kibui 07 Oct '09

07 Oct '09

Does Kenya Posta have a website or mail server or have they resisted the digital age because it is in direct competition with their bread and butter .. snail mail http://www.posta.co.ke/ <http://www.posta.co.ke/%20%20>seems to be dead DNS says such hosts exist but it seems they are not online

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Mobile and Web application developers -Calling All Innovators Africa Competition
by John Doe 07 Oct '09

07 Oct '09

Competition to find *African/Kenyan content within Ovi Store content categories. Focus areas: Internet innovation Flash Mobile Games Submission deadline: 15 November 2009 Winners announced by December 10. Check out this link. *http://callingallinnovators.com/africa

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