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Mobile Tech 4 Social Change Camp & Mobile Boot Camp 2009
by Jessica Colaço 19 Jun '09

19 Jun '09

Hi All, You are cordially invited to: - *Mobile Tech 4 Social Change Camp - 27th of June at Strathmore University: * - The charges are: Students (Strathmore and non-Strathmore): Ksh 500/- Non-Students: Ksh 1,000/- - More details: http://www.strathmore.edu/Events.php?EventID=30 * * - *Mobile Boot Camp 2009 - 9th - 11th of July at Strathmore University: * - The charges are: Students (Strathmore and non-Strathmore): Ksh 700/- Non-Students: Ksh 1,500/- - More details: http://www.strathmore.edu/aboutus.php?id=171 We look forward to seeing you there. Please email me if you have any queries. Best, -- Jessica Colaço

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MikrotiK Suppliers in East Africa
by ibtisam jamal 19 Jun '09

19 Jun '09

Good Afternoon , Been trying to look for Mikrotik suppliers in East Africa ....so far the nearest is SA. Rgrds,

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Who uses UUnet?
by Dennis Kioko 19 Jun '09

19 Jun '09

I have been collecting statistics on ISPs , their service delivery and their customer satisfaction levels. So far, I have been able to get info on all the major ISPs other than Uunet. strangely enough, I am yet to come across to anyone who confesses to been a uunet client. Any skunkling who is ready to confess? promise we won't stone you. -- with Regards: Are you one of us?: http://gramware.blogspot.com

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Re: [Skunkworks] iphone 3G S
by Moses Kemibaro 18 Jun '09

18 Jun '09

Not completely true. There is the Gphone, Palm Pre and others. The Iphone created a new kind of smartphone but there are lots of alternatives cropping up. --- Moses Kemibaro Dotsavvy Limited Tel. +254 (20) 273 4608/4611/1049 Cell. +254 (722) 711907 Email. moses(a)dotsavvyafrica.com Web. http://www.dotsavvyafrica.com --- -original message- Subject: Re: [Skunkworks] iphone 3G S From: Philip Musyoki <pmusyoki(a)gmail.com> Date: 18/06/2009 7:06 pm On which phone is better than which does not really matter. The thing is there is nothing like the iPhone. Some people like Motorolas, Alcatels and Sagems and if they think they are good phone, well, they are good phones. On Thu, Jun 18, 2009 at 7:02 PM, ndungu stephen <ndungustephen(a)gmail.com>wrote: > The former designs of the Nokia,Samsung,LG were not like that - granted - > the way these giants manufactured phones were influenced by the iPhone and > its features... > > _______________________________________________ > Skunkworks mailing list > Skunkworks(a)lists.my.co.ke > http://lists.my.co.ke/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/skunkworks > Other services @ http://my.co.ke > Other lists > ------------- > Skunkworks announce: > http://lists.my.co.ke/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/skunkworks-announce > Science - http://lists.my.co.ke/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/science > kazi - http://lists.my.co.ke/cgi-bin/mailman/admin/kazi/general > > _______________________________________________ Skunkworks mailing list Skunkworks(a)lists.my.co.ke http://lists.my.co.ke/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/skunkworks Other services @ http://my.co.ke Other lists ------------- Skunkworks announce: http://lists.my.co.ke/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/skunkworks-announce Science - http://lists.my.co.ke/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/science kazi - http://lists.my.co.ke/cgi-bin/mailman/admin/kazi/general

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Nairobi Alert: possible attack at Village Market
by Joram Gachuiri 18 Jun '09

18 Jun '09

Hey, I got this email... it may be a sham or not but either way, it is better to be safe than to be sorry... right? If you know anyone who may be directly linked to this email, please let them know. Lovely afternoon, --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Dear Client, We have received unconfirmed reports from a reliable source that security personnel in Nairobi, Kenya, have been alerted to possible attacks by extremists on specific sites frequented by foreigners in Nairobi. Typically, we would issue an alert through normal channels, but this process requires a minimum of two sources. In this instance, we have a single but reliable source, and we feel that the potential consequences are dire enough to bring this information to your attention. We have been alerted to the following possibility: Kenyan citizens of Somali descent linked to Somalia-based Al-Shabaab Islamist militants may be planning to attack the Village Market in Gigiri, and the Israeli-owned Westgate Mall. Village Market houses a number of diplomatic and duty free stores, and is a regular meeting place for U.N. staff and diplomats. It is advisable, if possible, for all employees operating in Nairobi to minimize time spent in these areas (as well as other locations where foreigners tend to congregate) until details of the threat become clearer, or are dispelled entirely. We will provide updates as further information emerges. Watch Operations Manager - Africa iJET Intelligent Risk Systems 910F Bestgate Road Annapolis, MD 21401 Office: 410.573.3860 x. 404 Fax: 410.573.3869 Email: tesfayr(a)ijet.com Website:* www.ijet.com* * * --~--~---------~--~----~------------~-------~--~----~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Engineers' Bible Study" group. To post to this group, send email to engbs(a)googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to engbs+unsubscribe(a)googlegroups.com <engbs%2Bunsubscribe(a)googlegroups.com> For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/engbs?hl=en -~----------~----~----~----~------~----~------~--~---

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Kenya Water Shortage
by Dennis Kioko 18 Jun '09

18 Jun '09

Its tragic that water is such a cheap commodity that we dont see how critical it is for the operation of a nation. Nairobi plus other towns in the country have severe water shortages despite presence of large water bodies in the country. it is the high time that we took control of the situation. Big companies and individuals should form private parallel water companies to tap water from rivers currently pouring millions of liters into the ocean. it is also the high time that we pushed the government to reclaim the forests. The public water companies may fight this, but there is nothing they clearly not seeing the severity of the issue. Some body has got to false them for the better ness of all. -- with Regards: Are vigilante groups part of your business? make them your business by visiting my blog: http://gramware.blogspot.com

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CENTOS Branded DVD - 5.2
by Thuo Wilson 18 Jun '09

18 Jun '09

Guys, *I need a branded (Original) CentOS DVD urgently.* If you have it or you sell, let me know pls. PS: I have copies of it downloaded but thats not what am looking for. Thanks. -- _________________ Best Regards, Thuo Wilson

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Re: [Skunkworks] Help installing Mac on Intel Processor
by Jonathan McLean 18 Jun '09

18 Jun '09

Last I checked, Apple was not supporting this, nor have they ever. I know if you google it there are plenty of sites out there, some requiring another booted mac while others require a bit of weird bootstrapping, but I am short on details having never completed it myself. also, don't confuse this with Apple officially supporting what is known as their Boot Camp, which allows you to install windows on macintosh hardware. cheers -- jonathan mclean us peace corps volunteer ict specialist mtongwe, kenya

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The fibre optic
by Kevin Michaels 18 Jun '09

18 Jun '09

Will the fibre optic technology reach the common man at the ground level and mostly those in the rural areas. I think we dearly need to act very fast on this for vision 2030 to be meet Kevin

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CALL FOR INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY CONSULTANT
by Gakuru Alex 18 Jun '09

18 Jun '09

Please apply direct,, ---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: Date: Wed, Jun 17, 2009 at 8:19 AM Subject: CALL FOR INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY CONSULTANT - Found word(s) testimonials in the Text body To: Share with the group. ---- CALL FOR INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (IT) CONSULTANT CENTRE FOR RIGHTS EDUCATION AND AWARENESS Deadline for application: 30th June 2009 CREAW is inviting applications from individuals for the following position: Job Title: IT Specialist Duty Station: Nairobi CREAW is a non-governmental, non-partisan, membership organization whose Mission is to transform society by empowering women and expanding new frontiers for women’s rights and freedoms. Essential Duties IT Specialist · Develop and manage IT policies · Set-up and install computer hardware and software including disk, tape, printers, modems, and related peripherals. · Perform maintenance and repairs on computer hardware including backup, recovery and equipment cleaning. · Respond to and resolve difficult inquiries and complaints. · Train users on computer hardware/software and other electronic office equipment. · Monitor operational performance and troubleshoot system problems. Isolate the cause of system failures. · Attend and participate in professional group meetings; stay abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of information systems; research products and enhancements and their applicability to organizational needs. · Interact with various outside support and sales organizations. · Research and purchase computer, network and other electronic office equipment hardware/software. · Design, install, support and integrate centralized and distributed network hardware, operating systems and applications. · Re-evaluate and maintain database for existing materials for ease in reference (Resource material and filling systems) · Web management skills (are an added advantage) · Perform related duties and responsibilities as assigned. SELECTION CRITERIA Knowledge of: · Modern and complex principles and practices of computer and network systems management, analysis, design, installation, integration and maintenance. · Recent developments, current literature, sources of information, and research techniques related to management information systems. · Principles, practices, and languages utilized in programming and computer systems operations. Knowledge of: · Operating characteristics, capabilities, capacities, and limitations of computer, network and related peripheral equipment. · Design, operations, properties, and capabilities of networks and network cabling. · Database design, programming, integration, implementation and maintenance. · Modern office equipment including facsimile systems, copiers/duplicators, electronic imaging systems, etc. · Various software packages including network operating systems (Windows, Linux, AS/400), e-mail, word processing, spreadsheet, data processing, financial and management applications/programs. · Modern office practices, methods, and computer equipment. · Principles and methods of training and instruction. · Occupational hazards and standard safety practices necessary in the area of work. Skill to: · Operate, install, maintain, configure, and troubleshoot a variety of highly technical computer equipment and peripherals. · Diagnose power systems and equipment. Ability to: · Analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, and implement recommendations in support of goals. · Monitor and support the local area network. · Design, analyze and support electronic office systems. · Analyze, evaluate, and resolve data processing and system problems. · Train or instruct users in the use of computer equipment, electronic office equipment and operating procedures. · Locate, read, interpret and apply complex technical publications, manuals, and other documents. Accurately evaluate and prioritize hardware and software requests. Research, develop and recommend cost effective technical system improvements. Ability to: · Exercise good judgment, flexibility, creativity, and sensitivity in response to changing situations and needs. · Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. · Establish, maintain and foster positive and harmonious working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. Experience: Three years of increasingly responsible experience in the development and administration of micro-computer and local area networks. Experience related to network operating systems, networking standards, computer/network hardware and system design is desirable. Training: Equivalent education to an Associate's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in computer science, management information systems, or a related field. Languages Excellent Communication skills (writing in English and fluency in Kiswahili). Those who qualify and are interested should send (or hand deliver) an application letter, curriculum vitae (CV) and copies of relevant certificates, references & testimonials to: SELECTION COMMITTEE Centre for Rights Education and Awareness (CREAW) Convent Drive, Lavington off Isaac Gathanju Rd (100 metres from Lavington Green) P.O. 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