March 2014 - skunkworks - Skunkworks Site

Re: [Skunkworks] Tips to Boost your Android Phone Battery Life
by William Muriithi 12 Mar '14

12 Mar '14

> Tip no. 2: I use AVG which I think takes this work a little bit too > seriously. At 30% it kills all my connections, reduces brightness (and a > few other battery optimizations) > People install anti virus on phones? Doesn't it really make sense or just a windows hungover? > Muriithi

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8TB AND 12TB HDD
by william opili 12 Mar '14

12 Mar '14

Dear Skunks, Anyone who needs the subject items can contact me off the list. Thanks Brgds, William

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[OT] Kenyans Using Technology
by Moses M.G 12 Mar '14

12 Mar '14

Just to prove you can't beat Kenyans at anything, someone came up with a solution for alco-blow! :) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Sv1jJjsjg_M -- ./mg

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Uganda,tanzania, Ethiopia IT POSITIONS Open
by Samuel Wachira 12 Mar '14

12 Mar '14

Kindly circulate.Nationals preferred If interested, kindly send CV offlist *Senior Assistant - Onsite Support Staff* *Purpose* Resolve all incidents and fulfill all service requests related to client computing environment which require onsite visits to client's offices for the purpose of increasing efficiency and effectiveness of business clients *Responsibilities* - Resolve all incidents and service requests escalated by First Level or Specialized Support Team to the On Site Support team focusing primarily on hardware related incidents, but provide assistance with software related incidents where needed - Provide onsite hardware and software services to clients by prioritizing, categorising, investigating and diagnosing, resolving and closing all incidents and service requests related to client computing environment at the 2nd level such as desktop applications, client devices (laptops, printers, scanners, iPads etc.) and other standard software applications in accordance with agreed criteria and the needs of the organization at head office, regional resource centres, field offices, and liaison offices. - Make recommendation and escalate incidents and service requests Client Devices Management Team deployment, relocation, repair or replacement of identified client devices. - Communicate with clients regarding client computing environment incidents and service requests, and notify them of impending changes or agreed unavailability of services - Contribute to the establishment of appropriate knowledge base content for both technical support staff and end users of the organization, specifically with a focus on producing content that will assist First Level Support in achieving a higher rate of incident resolution. - Inform them about the progress of their logged incidents and service requests - Record the resolutions of incidents appropriately to a knowledge database of client computing environment known errors - Inform the Chief Service Desk Coordinator in case of major incidents *Qualifications* - At least Bachelor Degree in computer science, Information Technology, software engineering or equivalent. - Professional Certifications in IT such as ITIL (v3), MSCE, - A minimum of three (3) years' relevant experience on IT support services - Ability to configures, installs, and updates standard hardware and software, peripheral equipment, printers, and other desktop or portable computing devices. - Strong knowledge with Microsoft applications such as Windows 7, MS Office 2010, SCCM and other software used at the Organization, hardware and software products and problem solving/troubleshooting skills; network connectivity, ERPs (particularly SAP); remote access setups (hardware/software and networking); new technologies to mobilize technology solutions; incident management; and service request fulfilment processes - Strong command of English or/and French - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with ability to deal effectively with staff at all levels with service-orientated and quality-driven culture. Courteous and patient character with clients. ./Sam

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Re: [Skunkworks] ADVERT: Used Apple MacBook Pro 13-inch Core i5 for sale KSh. 145, 000
by Dennis Kioko 12 Mar '14

12 Mar '14

Wewe Okech, Stop scaring my buyers away, this is a 13.3 inch one, not Okech's :-) On Wednesday, 12 March 2014, Okechukwu <okechukwu(a)gmail.com> wrote: > @Collins - Its no longer me working, those CID had to take some > 'facilitation fee' so now its upon them, hehehe - Insurance paid me already > > ./Ok3ch > > > On Wed, Mar 12, 2014 at 8:35 AM, Collins Areba <arebacollins(a)gmail.com<javascript:_e(%7B%7D,'cvml','arebacollins(a)gmail.com');> > > wrote: > >> Okech umeweka "looking to buy" ya a similar macbook on olx and facebook >> sites for selling? >> >> Sent from my iPad >> >> On Mar 12, 2014, at 9:57 AM, Okechukwu <okechukwu(a)gmail.com<javascript:_e(%7B%7D,'cvml','okechukwu(a)gmail.com');>> >> wrote: >> >> Check if the serial number is my stolen one - kidding! >> Seriously, don't buy a suspect 15inch MacBook Pro - I lost one in >> February and the CID are making very good leads on the thief :-) >> >> ./Ok3ch >> >> >> On Tue, Mar 11, 2014 at 9:27 PM, Dennis Kioko <dmbuvi(a)gmail.com<javascript:_e(%7B%7D,'cvml','dmbuvi(a)gmail.com');> >> > wrote: >> >>> Hi all, >>> Yet again, I have a device for sale - the MacBook Pro, which a friend is >>> selling. >>> >>> Specs given are as below: >>> >>> - 500 GB HDD >>> - 4 GB RAM >>> - 13.3 inch display >>> - OS X >>> - Core i5 Processor >>> - device is used. Owner says in good condition. I haven't >>> checked/can't verify >>> >>> *Price KSh. 145,000 * >>> >>> If interested, please get in touch off list. >>> >>> >>> -- >>> with Regards: >>> >>> blog.denniskioko.com <http://www.denniskioko.com/> >>> >>> >>> >>> _______________________________________________ >>> skunkworks mailing list >>> skunkworks(a)lists.my.co.ke<javascript:_e(%7B%7D,'cvml','skunkworks(a)lists.my.co.ke');> >>> ------------ >>> List info, subscribe/unsubscribe >>> http://lists.my.co.ke/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/skunkworks >>> ------------ >>> >>> Skunkworks Rules >>> http://my.co.ke/phpbb/viewtopic.php?f=24&t=94 >>> ------------ >>> Other services @ http://my.co.ke >>> >> >> _______________________________________________ >> skunkworks mailing list >> skunkworks(a)lists.my.co.ke<javascript:_e(%7B%7D,'cvml','skunkworks(a)lists.my.co.ke');> >> ------------ >> List info, subscribe/unsubscribe >> http://lists.my.co.ke/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/skunkworks >> ------------ >> >> Skunkworks Rules >> http://my.co.ke/phpbb/viewtopic.php?f=24&t=94 >> ------------ >> Other services @ http://my.co.ke >> >> >> _______________________________________________ >> skunkworks mailing list >> skunkworks(a)lists.my.co.ke<javascript:_e(%7B%7D,'cvml','skunkworks(a)lists.my.co.ke');> >> ------------ >> List info, subscribe/unsubscribe >> http://lists.my.co.ke/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/skunkworks >> ------------ >> >> Skunkworks Rules >> http://my.co.ke/phpbb/viewtopic.php?f=24&t=94 >> ------------ >> Other services @ http://my.co.ke >> > > -- with Regards: blog.denniskioko.com <http://www.denniskioko.com/>

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ADVERT:DVR KIT
by Eric Muiruri 12 Mar '14

12 Mar '14

A New Box packed DVR Kit for sale. Has all the accessories. QSEE Lite DVR security Surveillance, 4 weather proof cameras day & night, DVR 500GB, 4 Channel DVR, 400 TV line Resolution, View remotely using internet or smartphone. 40 feet night vision. Device is selling at 45K. We can also set it up at a small fee of 12k.. See photos attached herein.. Contact me offlist if interested. Regards Eric Kiruthi

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ADVERT: Used Apple MacBook Pro 13-inch Core i5 for sale KSh. 145, 000
by Dennis Kioko 12 Mar '14

12 Mar '14

Hi all, Yet again, I have a device for sale - the MacBook Pro, which a friend is selling. Specs given are as below: - 500 GB HDD - 4 GB RAM - 13.3 inch display - OS X - Core i5 Processor - device is used. Owner says in good condition. I haven't checked/can't verify *Price KSh. 145,000 * If interested, please get in touch off list. -- with Regards: blog.denniskioko.com <http://www.denniskioko.com/>

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Wanted: HP 620 laptop battery
by Peter Karunyu 12 Mar '14

12 Mar '14

Dear members, I seek an OEM battery for a HP 620 laptop, anyone who can supply please get me offlist, or if you know where I can get, please let me know. Much thanks!

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Re: [Skunkworks] Wireless Vs Structured Cabling
by dwahome＠gmail.com 12 Mar '14

12 Mar '14

Walter, there are quite a number of factors to consider all the way from reliability performance etc. My design approach is usually to provide as much cable as possible and use wireless as overly. We can discuss more offline. R D ----- Reply message ----- From: "Michael Bullut" <main(a)kipsang.com> To: "Skunkworks Mailing List" <skunkworks(a)lists.my.co.ke> Subject: [Skunkworks] Wireless Vs Structured Cabling Date: Tue, Mar 11, 2014 11:09 Walter, are the users spread out on different floors or jus' one? On Tue, Mar 11, 2014 at 10:56 AM, wa <wanangu(a)gmail.com> wrote: Morning Skunkers, I need your thoughts on Wireless Vs Structured Cabling. What would you recommend in an organization with above 100 users. -- Kind Regards, Walter. _______________________________________________ skunkworks mailing list skunkworks(a)lists.my.co.ke ------------ List info, subscribe/unsubscribe http://orion.my.co.ke/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/skunkworks ------------ 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] <OT> Seasoned Systems Admin Required
by Patrick Mathenge 12 Mar '14

12 Mar '14

Thanks to the many of you who sent through your CVs. I have forwarded them to the short-listing authorities. May the best get the job. No more CVs please. Regards, Patrick ------Original Message------ To: Skunkworks Forum Subject: <OT> Seasoned Systems Admin Required Sent: 10 Mar 2014 08:02 Seasoned Systems admin required. 3yrs experience in a similar position, Bsc comp. Science/Information systems or related degree, certification MSCE will be an added advantage. Send CVs off list. Sent from my BlackBerry®

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