June 2010 - skunkworks - Skunkworks Site

Barcamp Volunteers
by Phares Kariuki 22 Jun '10

22 Jun '10

Hi, We need volunteers on Saturday, for blogging, tweeting, ushering etc. Kindly send me an email if interested. Thanks, -- With Regards, Phares Kariuki | T: +254 734 810 802 | E: pkariuki(a)gmail.com | Twitter: kaboro | Skype: kariukiphares |

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Tryin to understand Safcom's 8/= daily unlimited internet
by wesley kirinya 22 Jun '10

22 Jun '10

Interesting offer but I have the following questions: 1. What happens if one has an internet bundle currently active? 2. Is it really UNLIMITED internet download capacity? 3. This blog says it's for mobile phones only: http://blog.majibu.com/safaricoms-new-offer-8-shillings-a-day-unlimited-int… 4. Someone told me they signed up for it, *544# but they were charged about KSH.12 for something they downloaded: However the person didn't get a notification on whether they had successfully registered, so ... o_O?

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OT: HTC hero Android 2.0 Eclair
by Bernard Mwagiru 22 Jun '10

22 Jun '10

HTC Hero with Android 2.0 Eclair for sale. Offlist for offers. ./bernard

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Re: [Skunkworks] Logitech QuickCam on Kalahari.co.ke
by Joyce Lukwiya 22 Jun '10

22 Jun '10

Hi Rocky, Kalahari.co.ke does not have the Logitech Quick Cam Pro 9000 but the Logitech Quickcam Sphere AF is available with the following specs QuickCam Sphere is designed to turned heads. The mechanical pan and tilt feature allows the webcam to turn side to side to give you 180° field of view, and tilts up and down 60°. It includes a 22.8 cm (9”) stand and fits great with any desk environment. Face-tracking software will automatically follow you to keep you in view. It even zooms in so you can clearly see the details. It’s easy to add live video to all your IM sessions. Use it with the integrated webcam feature in MSN® Messenger. It also works with video-enabled Yahoo!® Messenger and Windows® Messenger. Make live video calls with the built-in microphone. Send video e-mails in one simple click. You can even set up your webcam to automatically capture and send updated images to your website in seconds. Mac OS X compatible. Features: Webcam with a mechanical pan and tilt that follows you 1.3 megapixel photos; high-quality videos Turns side to side 180º and up and down 60º Convertible 22.8 cm (9") stand lets you increase the height of the webcam to eye-level Built-in mic Face-tracking software Ideal for instant messaging, live video calls, video email, and webcamming Works with Windows® 2000, Me, XP and Mac® OS 10.1.5 Click to check it out<http://www.kalahari.co.ke/electronics/Logitech-Quickcam-Sphere-AF/4585/2962…> Joyce Lukwiya Online Shop Manager Kalahari.co.ke On Thu, Jun 17, 2010 at 1:55 PM, Rocky Mbithi <rockymbithi(a)gmail.com> wrote: > Hi All, > > Anyone know where I can get the below camera? > > Logitech QuickCam Pro 9000 > Model Number: V-UBM46 > > > Kind regards, > Rocky Mbithi > 254721708325 > 254752168600 > _______________________________________________ > Skunkworks mailing list > Skunkworks(a)lists.my.co.ke > http://lists.my.co.ke/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/skunkworks > ------------ > Skunkworks Server donations spreadsheet > > http://spreadsheets.google.com/ccc?key=0AopdHkqSqKL-dHlQVTMxU1VBdU1BSWJxdy1… > ------------ > Skunkworks Rules > http://my.co.ke/phpbb/viewtopic.php?f=24&t=94 > ------------ > Other services @ http://my.co.ke >

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Re: [Skunkworks] Entrepreneurs
by Joram Mwinamo 21 Jun '10

21 Jun '10

Hi If you are an entrepreneur, and interested in a program that can help your company grow holistically, contact me offlist..... Joram

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DocManagement + Workflow solution
by Maq Tim 21 Jun '10

21 Jun '10

Hi Skunks, Any Opensource Document management and workflow solution anyone would recommend? One that they have probably deployed and using? Am looking to testing one of those as I evaluate what to use. Feel free to recommend proprietory ones too. It’s never harmful to compare features and pros and cons…. Thanks guys. Tim

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Nairobi Social Media Day with Mashable.com
by Simon Mbuthia 21 Jun '10

21 Jun '10

Hi guys, In case you're interested, you may offer your suggestions on ideal venue, time and topics for the above event at http://www.meetup.com/Mashable/7614/ The event will be held on June 30th - Social Media Day. Spread the word too, tweeple :) Regards, Me.

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Moses Katembu has invited you to Dropbox
by Dropbox 21 Jun '10

21 Jun '10

We're excited to let you know that Moses Katembu has invited you to Dropbox! Moses Katembu has been using Dropbox to sync and share files online and across computers, and thought you might want it too. Visit http://www.dropbox.com/link/20.7pl8XHRtMR/NjIyNTkxNTM4Nw to get started. - The Dropbox Team ____________________________________________________ To stop receiving invites from Dropbox, please go to http://www.dropbox.com/bl/e55e34595cfd/skunkworks%40lists.my.co.ke

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Re: [Skunkworks] Entrepreneurs- Details
by Joram Mwinamo 21 Jun '10

21 Jun '10

Thanks for all the many enquiries on and offlist Ok I guess the number of open requests warrant me the permission to post the details here? Here goes WYLDE(the company I run, and yes im a techie doing Organisation Development :-) ) has in the last few years worked with various Kenyan business owners. During that time, we have picked up valuable insights into the workings of Kenyan companies and why many seem to get stuck and not grow beyond a certain level into a great institution. For example, · Why are kenyan businesses not innovative? · What are the stages a succesful company needs to go through to grow into a formidable institution? · What are the implications of this growth for the business owner? How can I as a business owner build this kind of company? In addition you also get to meet other business owners from diverse industries and learn how an organisation can move from being a small enterprise to a global enterprise. The breakfast launch details are below, after which you can decide if you want to sign up for the program Venue: Gracia Gardens , End of Dennis Pritt Road past St Georges Primary School Time: 8.00 am to 10.00 Am Cost : Ksh 2000 Breakfast included. Date: 29th June 2010 Please come with many business cards and ready to network. Payment are to be made by Tuesday 21st (oops sorry for the short notice i actually didnt know skunks would be this interested in this program).Due to the success of the first Greatness Business Club, we only have limited spaces available so please confirm participation. No tickets will be sold at the door. Also feel free to forward this email to any interested people who you think would benefit from this program. To confirm participation , please email info(a)wyldeinternational.com with your phone number and company details and we will get back to you ASAP Joram PS: Please send any further enquiries to the email address provided On Mon, Jun 21, 2010 at 12:56 PM, John Wesonga <johnwesonga(a)gmail.com>wrote: > Joram, > > The devil is in the details...or are you peddling snake oil? :) > > On Mon, Jun 21, 2010 at 11:44 AM, Joram Mwinamo <joram.mwinamo(a)gmail.com>wrote: > >> Hi >> >> If you are an entrepreneur, and interested in a program that can help your >> company grow holistically, contact me offlist..... >> >> >> Joram >> >> _______________________________________________ >> Skunkworks mailing list >> Skunkworks(a)lists.my.co.ke >> http://lists.my.co.ke/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/skunkworks >> ------------ >> Skunkworks Server donations spreadsheet >> >> http://spreadsheets.google.com/ccc?key=0AopdHkqSqKL-dHlQVTMxU1VBdU1BSWJxdy1… >> ------------ >> Skunkworks Rules >> http://my.co.ke/phpbb/viewtopic.php?f=24&t=94 >> ------------ >> Other services @ http://my.co.ke >> > > > > -- > John Wesonga > > > _______________________________________________ > Skunkworks mailing list > Skunkworks(a)lists.my.co.ke > http://lists.my.co.ke/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/skunkworks > ------------ > Skunkworks Server donations spreadsheet > > http://spreadsheets.google.com/ccc?key=0AopdHkqSqKL-dHlQVTMxU1VBdU1BSWJxdy1… > ------------ > Skunkworks Rules > http://my.co.ke/phpbb/viewtopic.php?f=24&t=94 > ------------ > Other services @ http://my.co.ke > -- Sent from my Voice Recognition Watch© -------------------------------------------------------------------- God is not an excuse for lack of discipline -------------------------------------------------------------------- Our greatest fear is not that we are inadequate,but that we are powerful beyond measure.It is our light, not our darkness, that frightens us.There is nothing enlightened about shrinking so that other people won't feel insecure around you.As we let our own light shine, we consciously give other people permission to do the same. As we are liberated from our fear,our presence automatically liberates others.

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A call to KDN Support.
by [ Brainiac ] 21 Jun '10

21 Jun '10

Background: From the KDN website http://www.kdn.co.ke/contentview.php?id=19 Our guiding principle has been to remove the headache of data communication, > to ensure excellent service, we have entered into strategic partnerships > with leading organisations, through which we have been able deliver > top-notch services, excellent quality and a high return on investment for > our customers. > > KDN has an annual turnover of Kshs.3 Billion, with an experienced workforce > and well structured distribution network all over the country and the East > African region. KDN has been awarded numerous awards over the years. We are > constantly improving our products and services to make our customers happy. > We will strive to ensure that the customers enjoy better service at lower > costs, making it easier for them to focus on their businesses. +0205000002 For technical support Dial 1 .... 1 ..... ............ .................. Hello, my name is $name, how may i help you? Brainiac: My name is collins, im calling from kilifi, and i cant connect to the Internet on your butterfly service. $name : mmmmh, collins, lemme gather some information so that i can be able to help you. $name: What is the nature of your problem? Brainiac: My nanostation is not getting an IP address on the WAN side, I suspect your DHCP server is down. $name: *mmmh , what IP address are you getting on your machine? AAAAH?* Brainiac : Its reverting to the default DHCP fallback IP. Its not getting assigned an IP. $name: ( a bit agitated) what ip address is that? Brainiac: well, its 192.168.1.20 $name: mmh, there seem to be a problem there, its meant to get you an ip address in the range of 10.100.X.X Brainiac: Yeah, would you know if there is a problem on this particular node? $name: Well, there was a problem last week, but i am meant to understand it was resolved. Do you mind holding for a moment i confirm? $name: sure, just dont disconnect me. ........ ........ ....... Brainiac: Hello , ..... hello.... $name: Hi, yeah, im from speaking to the Engineers, they tell me the node is fine, connections are working. Brainiac: Ok, which IP addresses are being assigned? $name: just a sec: $name: Well collins, I cannot give you the IP addresses being assigned because it is not meant to work that way, you are supposed to connect automatically and it picks your IPs and then you are fine. Brainiac: Could you give me a sample of an active lease, at least so that i know the IP address range and gateway so that i just hard code it? $name: You cant do that. Brainiac: So what im i supposed to do? $name: Well, gimme a sec. ..... ..... .... $name: (speaking in a conspiratorial tone), Ok i have managed to get these for you, but we are not supposed to do this. In fact what i would recommend is you look for someone in kilifi using our service and checking the ip adress and then copying to your machine. Brainiac: k, so whats the IP addresses youve gotten for me: $name: its 10.172.*.* $name: Enter that and restart. Brainiac: Ok, whats the netmask? $name: it will pick automagically once you enter the ip. Brainiac: And whats the gateway and DNS address? $name: [My favourite], those ones we dont use. The IP address is enough. I Literally turned RED. -- Posted on 100% recycled electrons

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