August 2010 - skunkworks - Skunkworks Site

UAE to block BlackBerry services on security fears
by Bogi Benga 05 Aug '10

05 Aug '10

http://www.cellular-news.com/story/44583.php?s=h An interesting thought. The US were so kind to assist IIEC with blackberries for the referendum. this is Big brother keeping an eye on everything, anythime. And us being so gullible to accept such donation Is Big brother a crafty genius or Are we just being plain needy and stupid

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BlackBerry Service in UAE and Other Such Countries
by Philip Musyoki 05 Aug '10

05 Aug '10

As you may have heard, some countries (UEA and Saudi Arabia) will disable internet, email, internet messaging on Blackberries because RIM in motion has failed to provide the authorities there with access customer data for the purposes of national security. India has also been talking to RIM about the same. Now other regimes, like Indonesia are considering their own requests for the same. This will also apply to citizens of other nations visiting these countries. Now if you were planning to go to Dubai with your Blackberry, you should start thinking of making other internet arrangements or carrying enough Dhirams for use at the local cybers. Do I see a trend here? I think it is just a matter of time and all sorts of phones will be covered, and soon all regimes will be 'requesting' data for national security. Where does this leave us in KE? I can only imagine major players will be too happy to handover those email, websites and SMSs accessed through their systems. is the RIM setting a bad precedence?

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CentOS GD library install
by David Mugo 05 Aug '10

05 Aug '10

Guys, Am not a Linux guru but I am in a situation where I can only help myself in this one. Trying to install GD on CentOS, here is what i get: *[root@dev1 ~]# yum install php-gd Loaded plugins: fastestmirror Loading mirror speeds from cached hostfile * addons: ftp.cica.es * base: ftp.cica.es * extras: ftp.udl.es * updates: ftp.cica.es Setting up Install Process Resolving Dependencies --> Running transaction check ---> Package php-gd.i386 0:5.1.6-27.el5 set to be updated --> Processing Dependency: php-common = 5.1.6-27.el5 for package: php-gd --> Finished Dependency Resolution php-gd-5.1.6-27.el5.i386 from base has depsolving problems --> Missing Dependency: php-common = 5.1.6-27.el5 is needed by package php-gd-5.1.6-27.el 5.i386 (base) Error: Missing Dependency: php-common = 5.1.6-27.el5 is needed by package php-gd-5.1.6-27.e l5.i386 (base) You could try using --skip-broken to work around the problem You could try running: package-cleanup --problems package-cleanup --dupes rpm -Va --nofiles --nodigest The program package-cleanup is found in the yum-utils package.* Please advise. David. -- ------------- http://blog.majibu.com

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Catalyst 3750 going amber
by Daniel Yosei 05 Aug '10

05 Aug '10

Hi All, I have a catalyst 3750 which periodically (every 30-45 mins) all L.E.D`s go amber and communication is shut down for about a minute. Anyone experienced a similar prob? Previously all has been working well and no new configs have been done lately!!

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Post Analysis : Technology and the referendum
by aki 05 Aug '10

05 Aug '10

It's a big congratulations to the implementers of the system and technologies. I believe this was suggested to the then ECK in 2007? I began my short journey today to do some post analysis on these : - We have Elections Observation Group : Local Observers - We have NCIC - Covering different aspects - We have PeaceNet - who are these? - We have SODNET - Who are these ? - We have Uwiano ( UDNP funded? ) - We have Ushaidi ( Not sure where they come into the picture, is it an independent ? ) - We have Volunteers in various groups. ( Which body or group funds this and what do they do? ) If you know more, please add to this list. Corrections welcome. -- Rgds, "Skunkworks-KE is a social platform for technologists. It's where we hang out, talk, discuss, help out some poor soul with technology issues and share a drink once in a while. Then we part....and go do our thing "

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A Good Gym in Eastlands
by Theus 05 Aug '10

05 Aug '10

MAYBE OFFTOPIC; Guys Anyone knows a good Gym in Eastlands including Thika Road? Owicho

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Cell Phone Usage in Kenya
by King'ori Gitahi 05 Aug '10

05 Aug '10

Hello all, I am looking for information on cell phone usage in Kenya.� This is pertaining to how many cell phones in what part of the country.� If you can point me to the right direction i nwould appreciate it. Kind regards, King'ori For to be free is not merely to cast off one's chains, but to live in a way that respects and enhances the freedom of others. Nelson Mandela� -------------------------------------------------------------- Ovi Mail: Making email access easy http://mail.ovi.com

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Energy Discussions: KPLC friend or foe?
by [ Brainiac ] 05 Aug '10

05 Aug '10

onto discussions after the short skunkworks blackout: what do you guys think of KPLC? is it playing an appropriate role in availing cheap and reliable electricity to Kenya? -- Posted on 100% recycled electrons

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High Capacity Toshiba e800 e805 PDA Battery
by Daudi Were 05 Aug '10

05 Aug '10

Good afternoon Skunks, Any ideas where I can get a High Capacity Toshiba e800 e805 PDA Battery locally and at what price? This is the beast I am looking for: http://www.amazon.co.uk/High-Capacity-Toshiba-e800-Battery/dp/B00180JNK4 -- Pamoja e:daudi.were@gmail.com <e%3Adaudi.were(a)gmail.com> skype: d.were

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BOOKWORM.CO.KE | online bestsellers bookshop.
by Idea Labs 05 Aug '10

05 Aug '10

Hey guys, This guys claim that they give free books very often to registered members and on referrals that lead to purchases. Check them out, might be worth your while. www.bookworm.co.ke Make some inquiries, they can dig up the books you are looking for. Ideas

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