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Re: [Skunkworks] Fault in $afcom's billing system? Bug?
by wesley kiriinya 26 Jun '09

26 Jun '09

Yeah I know that. When a call comes in, internet goes out, then reconnects after the phone call but that's not the issue I was talking about. Im referring to the actual billing system of internet vrs phone calls. o_O --- On Wed, 6/24/09, A. Mecca | AXE360 LABS <axe360(a)gmail.com> wrote: From: A. Mecca | AXE360 LABS <axe360(a)gmail.com> Subject: Re: [Skunkworks] Fault in $afcom's billing system? Bug? To: "Skunkworks forum" <skunkworks(a)lists.my.co.ke> Date: Wednesday, June 24, 2009, 2:02 PM the channel for surfing and phone calls is same so both cannot happen at the same time On Wed, Jun 24, 2009 at 3:29 AM, wesley kiriinya <kiriinya2000(a)yahoo.com> wrote: I've noticed a hitch when using my mobile to surf thru $afcom's network. It seems like after making the internet connection, the phone call billing system is also activated. So if lets say I have 200 units and calling rate is 10units/minute and surfing is 8units per MB then I surf for > 20 minutes, I would have some credit so long as I've not downloaded 25MB, But the issue is if I try to make a call or send a text I get a message that I'm out of credit. But alas! I can see that I have credit! I usually disconnect the net connection and make the call and this time the $afcom system will tell that I do have credit. My thoughts are that the phone billing system is activated once the net connection goes thru and it assumes that a phone call is active as I surf. But it seems there is a separate surfing billing system which synchronizes with the phone billing when I disconnect. I was told that the channel for surfing and phone calls is same so both cannot happen at the same time, probably this might link with the issue. Anyway as long as the credit synchro is happening, I'm not complainin. O_O _______________________________________________ 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 -- ******************************************************************************************************************** Andrew Mecca Solutions Architect | AXE360 LABS INC. | Embrace Technology Advantage Cell | (+254) 720 972797 Email | axe360(a)gmail.com Web | www.axe360.hostse.com -----Inline Attachment Follows----- _______________________________________________ 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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Software needed-JAWS and DTB
by Gathinji Mwangi 26 Jun '09

26 Jun '09

Skunks Anyone with these softwares or know where i can get them. Its very urgent 1. JAWS for windows prof screen reading software. 2. Duxbury Braille Translator for windows 10.7 rgds CG

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CID Computer Forensics Labs
by saich 25 Jun '09

25 Jun '09

Hey Skunks I heard in the grapevines that the Kenyan C.I.D have invested in the latest Computer Forensics Equipment and Software and that the Cyber Cops are really good with recovering data from any memory devices and Disks so beware skunkers.....anyone with 411 on this

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How does K24 and Metro TV make money
by Jacob Odada 25 Jun '09

25 Jun '09

Guys anyone with any clue how these tv stations make money since i'm figuring they have no adverts but broadcasting equipment is very expensive so is the license i guess. Second thing do you think with fibre coming online radio may catch on in kenya? how does one make money through them?

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Re: [Skunkworks] CID Computer Forensics Labs
by fyodor 25 Jun '09

25 Jun '09

Philip, >We need such a system >Dick Cheney say how increase surveillance and wiretapping has >helped prevent terrorist strikes which would have happened had these systems not This whole idea of what the CID needs or doesnt need is best explained by just looking at regular crime labs and forensics units. You would think that dusting for prints and handling of evidence in a manner as to preserve its original state would be a step in conveying justice. So how will the best Tech toys fight a perceived cyber-warfare in a country where even basic justice is an illusion? The whole Dick Cheney statement is just a publicity stunt which is best explained by a documentary id urge all to watch called "The Esoteric Agenda". As far as my limited knowledge is concerned our Govt's ability to tackle cyber-crimes is marginal at best. Those phone taps done using legacy systems are not in a position to tackle what goes around in 1st world countries. I knew some fellas at DoD and Chuks will attest to their ability to do a simple port analysis. -tyrus _IEEE Member -- Free information on becoming a Photographer. Click Now! http://tagline.hushmail.com/fc/BLSrjkqkVvvjC0ziuorBU8IbYgVjYMFIO5nAS0LmEvZ5…

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Import Duty on Routers and Switches
by Michuki Mwangi 25 Jun '09

25 Jun '09

Hi Skunkworks, I know some of you do import Routers and Switches. I wanted to check if you pay import taxes on these equipment or are they exempted. Any details on what categories they fall under would be appreciated. Regards, Michuki.

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Recover Debian Boot
by ambrose kimaiyo 25 Jun '09

25 Jun '09

Hi, Recently I formatted my machine which was running windows and Debian. I reinstalled but now I can't access the Debian. Is there a way I can restore? Skunks for help. Regards, Ambrose Kimaiyo

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Wireless Networking - AP or Router
by Odhiambo ワシントン 25 Jun '09

25 Jun '09

Hi Folks, I have a project to network some houses. These are in some sort of "villa" setup, with trees all around, if that matters. It's somewhere in the bundus but I already have Internet there. I'd like not to lay cables at all as that is so much work:) I'd like to deploy a WLAN so I am looking for an equipment that can transmit a strong signal within a radius of 500metres (max range, actually). I mentioned the trees just in case they may interfere with the signal - just in case. I am no expert in that area. Does someone know of an equipment that is good enough for such a project, yet not so expensive. If it doesn't have to be mounted outdoor the better, but still I am okay with it if it has to use an outdoor antennae. I suppose the antennae should be omnidirectional. The equipment can be either an AP or Router. Which equipment suppliers do I talk to? -- 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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HELP computer restarting
by Penninah Kyulle 25 Jun '09

25 Jun '09

Hey guyz Av bn having some problem av bn tryn to diagonise wats the problem when ur computer sudenly restarts in the middle of our work and how do u take care of that?

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Looking for Skunk Bikers
by Peter Karunyu 25 Jun '09

25 Jun '09

Is there any skunk who owns or uses a bike on a regular basis? I would really like to know where I can get custom made 'motorbike outfit'? I would also appreciate some inside information on how to be safe, good mechanics etc. PS, By bike I mean the likes of Yahama R6<http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Yamaha_YZF-R6>, Honda CBR <http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:2006HondaCBR600RR-profile.png>, Kawasaki Ninja, etc.

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