February 2013 - skunkworks - Skunkworks Site

WHAT DO I GET IN SAN FRANSISCO THAT WILL HELP MY COMMUNITY?
by matere lusitche 16 Jul '13

16 Jul '13

Hallo skunkers, Heres a Problem i have ...But its a good problem The People at Google H.Q Googleplex have offered to give me some stuff on my way back from San Fransisco after i posted on Google+ that i needed some items without being specific. what techie items or software would you guys want from Google ? My challange is that i cannot carry so much stuff because of weight (and greed) so i need to get valuable material especially software or digital content that is relevant to my project in rural kenya what i need ? 1.simple gps/gprs devices for mapping ... what devices are being used in mapping kibera has anyone heard of baloon mapping where a helium baloon takes photos for mapping in a local area ? 2. digital projector -what can i request for i.e specifications ? 3. camcorder, digital camera 4.a high value computer for web design,high value laptop 5. tablet -what kind from google, 5.smart phones 6.memory devices 7 important -something that can enable us to access internet better thanks alot guys i look foward to your comments

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HTC Repair centre
by Daniel 23 Jun '13

23 Jun '13

Hi Skunks, Is there any other HTC repair centre apart from Fonexpress service centre. I got an HTC Wildfire which has lliquid damage. If you know any good "fundi" please let me know. Regards,

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BBC News - Bitcoin 'will recover' from crash
by Erick Njenga 29 May '13

29 May '13

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-13857192 Sent from my BlackBerry Torch®

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[wanted] Fiber Engineers
by Putty Session 09 Apr '13

09 Apr '13

Skunks, Am looking for fiber engineers/techies who can install, splice and support fiber networks. Kindly email me your CVs or contacts -- " I can calculate the motions of heavenly bodies, but not the madness of people " ..... Isaac Newton after loosing money in the stock market

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Convert Japanese Sat Nav to English
by Chris Baraza 05 Apr '13

05 Apr '13

Skunks, Is there software that can convert a Japanese sat nav to English? In a toyota specifically. Who has heard of any? Please let me know. Chris Sent from my iPhone®

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GSM 900MHz Mobile Phone Signal Booster 60dB w Outdoor Yagi Indoor Omni Antenna AT-9060-C
by Joseph Maina 17 Mar '13

17 Mar '13

Skunks Any one selling the above Item in kenya contact me off list Maina

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LPI applauds UN Organization Report
by Evans Ikua 15 Mar '13

15 Mar '13

LPI Applauds UN Organization Report (Sacramento, CA, USA: November 29, 2012) The Linux Professional Institute (LPI), the world's premier Linux certification organization (http://www.lpi.org) applauds the release of the flagship report "The Information Economy Report 2012: The Software Industry and Developing Countries" by the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD). The report provides specific recommendations on Free and Open Source Software (FOSS) for national policy makers and includes two examples of the value of LPI's training and certification programs for ICT development. "We are pleased to be included in this landmark study on the key drivers in the evolving global software landscape and how our program at LPI has played a role in the development of the IT industry within select geographies around the world," said Jim Lacey, president and CEO of LPI. "This report is also exemplary for the Free and Open Source Software community as it recognizes how FOSS solutions can offer both IT export opportunities and provide solutions for domestic software needs within national economies," added Mr.Lacey. LPI's programs are cited within the report as follows: * Within Chapter IV (Section B. FOSS and Local Software Industry Development, pg.66) is a case study entitled "Creating business and learning opportunities with FOSS in Africa: the case of ict@innovation". This example describes LPI's training and certification program with ict@innovation and goes on to state that the "provision of such courses can be a viable business opportunity. Moreover, by having certified staff, African IT enterprises involved in open source software can improve the quality of their services and win new clients." * In Chapter V: Policies To Enable National Software Systems, Section C: Securing Access to Relevant Skills (pg.93) the report describes LPI's joint program with the International Telecommunications Union (ITU) to support Linux certification and training within the 22 member countries of the League of Arab States. The case study notes this initiative followed a joint LPI/ITU pilot program in Afghanistan, the Lao People’s Democratic Republic, Occupied Palestinian Territory, Pakistan, Syrian Arab Republic and Yemen: "LPI's network of industry representatives, enterprise customers and Linux professionals recognize an economic interest in this training program as it connects to a community which speaks the local language. LPI’s mandate is to promote professional standards and global adoption of Linux and other open source software through training. It is expected that open source software will quickly become attractive for the majority of the region’s young ICT trainees as it has deep roots in community and collaborative work groups." FOSS related highlights include the following: * In "Chapter IV: The Role of Free and Open Source Software" (pg.62-63), the report describes the following values of FOSS to the development of national software industries: - Promotion of local learning - Lower costs and local value creation - Less dependence on specific technologies and vendors - Enable adaptation of software to local needs - Address concerns related to national security and long-term availability * The report's concluding policy recommendations (pg.108) also provides national governments with direction on enabling FOSS adoption and use: "Give adequate attention to FOSS, especially in public procurement:...FOSS can promote domestic market development and local innovation. Rather than purchasing software licences and services abroad, local FOSS development, sales and services can help keep resources within the local economy, avoid dependency on specific vendors and provide opportunities for income generation and employment. FOSS can also enable local software SMEs to establish new niche markets. Governments should seize the various advantages of relying on FOSS when this offers a competitive solution to their software needs. Technological trends, especially with regard to cloud computing, mobile applications and big data, are further accentuating the reliance on FOSS." The full report is available at:http://unctad.org/en/PublicationsLibrary/ier2012_en.pdf The Linux Professional Institute is globally supported by the IT industry, enterprise customers, community professionals, government entities and the educational community. LPI's certification program is supported by an affiliate network spanning five continents and is distributed worldwide in multiple languages at more than 5,000 testing locations. Since 1999, LPI has delivered over 350,000+ exams and 120,000+ LPIC certifications around the world. # # # About the Linux Professional Institute: The Linux Professional Institute provides a global framework, industry leadership and other services to enhance, develop and further lifelong professional careers in Linux and Open Source technologies. Established as an international non-profit organization in September 1999 by the Linux community, the Linux Professional Institute continues to demonstrate recognized global leadership, direction and skill standards for those who pursue a career in Linux and Open Source technology. LPI advances the Linux and Open Source movement through strategic partners, sponsorships, innovative programs and community development activities. LPI's major financial sponsors are Platinum Sponsors IBM, Linux Journal, Linux Magazine, Novell, SGI, and TurboLinux as well as Gold Sponsors, HP and IDG. Media Contact: Scott Lamberton Director of Communications Linux Professional Institutehttp://www.lpi.orgslamberton@lpi.org +1-905-269-0862 -- *---------------------------------------------------- Kind Regards, Evans Ikua,* lanetconsulting.com, lpi-eastafrica.org, ict-innovation.fossfa.net, Skype: @ikuae Cell: +254-722-955831

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Windows 8 and dual boot
by Evans Ikua 13 Mar '13

13 Mar '13

Skunks, Now that Windoz 8 is coming in laptops, has anyone had any experience trying to install a second OS to replace it in a machine or to dual boot, say with Linux? I am reffering to the secure boot that is supposed to come with the OS. -- *---------------------------------------------------- Kind Regards, Evans Ikua,* lanetconsulting.com, lpi-eastafrica.org, ict-innovation.fossfa.net, Twitter: @ikuae Cell: +254-722-955831

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[SKUNKWORKS] digital tv
by Martin Gicheru 10 Mar '13

10 Mar '13

Morning skunks, No need to pretend we are know-it alls and suffer in ignorance. I lost a TV to robbery some 3 months ago and I am yet to replace it. Naturally one will be window shopping all through till you finally decide what to opt for. Been mulling over this "buy a tv and add a set top box-considering all other devices you plug in to a tv" and "just wait till you can afford a dvb-t2 compliant tv, which in this case is the Samsung smart tv at 60k". Dec 31st is approaching, so one would want to be as future-proof as possible. What's your take skunks? Regards, Martin Gicheru Sent from my Galaxy Note II

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Re: [Skunkworks] Mobile security experts
by wambugu esther 05 Mar '13

05 Mar '13

2 Open positions -- Best regards Esther Wambugu * "His favour is new each passing day,the reason he remains my Favourite,"*

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