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SkunkTech show
by Bogi Benga 19 Sep '14

19 Sep '14

greetings fellow Skunks, It is evident from the list and the great IT minds we have in KE and now with Konza city coming up, I believe that the market is ripe for a special tech TV show This could be an avenue to discuss anything from - latest products and softwares - Geeky Gadgets - Phone specs and benchmarking - Gaming - Hacking awareness (the IEBC clip fallacy could be put to rest here) - Animations - Benchmarking various internet providers and Mobile providers the list is endless. Here is another idea, what better way than to get our best minds to produce and host it. This can be owned by us, the skunks We can take it this idea up, conceptualise and, host it and sell it to a major station What say you?

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Are there stolen laptops at Jamia Mall?
by Dennis Kioko 01 Aug '14

01 Aug '14

Hi all, Took a friend to Jamia mall the other day to buy laptops and was shocked at some decent second hand laptops going at very pocket friendly prices. However, I was concerned about the sourcing of the laptops, suspecting a few hard working Kenyans might have been relieved of the same before they ended up there. I asked the retailer and he says that they are "ex-UK". Knowing that you guys are quite knowledgeable on the same, may be you can shed some light on the same. -- with Regards: blog.denniskioko.com <http://www.denniskioko.com/>

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Heavy Duty Portable Scanner For Hire Needed - Urgently!
by Pithon Kamau 29 Jul '14

29 Jul '14

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Re: [Skunkworks] Microsoft Windows 8
by William Muriithi 24 Jul '14

24 Jul '14

> and functionality. And with this advent, very few will go for any tablets > based on Android - perhaps this lot will mostly be content-creators, I am > not sure. And I don't have the benefit of comparison figures like everyone > else. I just know Windows Surface is a killer, which has even gotten Apple > thinking/restrategizing. Agree. Window 8 would most likely be what triggered Apple to release the smaller ipad. Mainly, to offer a product that can undercut Microsoft/M$ in price. And to me, that's a really effective weapon that you seem to be overlooking > > I don't know about Windows 8 (on the Desktop) uptake though. Price is > right, but that's just because M$ has seen that there is not much that > Windows 8 offers over WinXP and Win7. Personally I think Windows 8 is just > another OS, but a way for M$ to make money - sell cheap, sell more. Soon Yes, don't think desktop environment will be changing any time soon. Its M$ place for life > > On Sun, Nov 18, 2012 at 10:21 AM, Okechukwu <okechukwu(a)gmail.com> wrote: > >> Hehehe, William, I stopped taking Viceroy, moved on to Jameson so start >> prepping bottles. Lol, you changed drinks too. Okay cool, will fish for you some Jameson bottles. Petty confident Android will hold fine unless M$ adjust its priced downward >> >> Your take on Nokia is very agreeable, let me say I had a more of a Windows >> 8 thinking than of Nokia itself. It may be easy for an SIII user to buy a >> high end Samsung Windows 8 than maybe to go Lumia, but in the long run, >> Windows 8 will eat up the phone market share at a very fast rate. >> Yes, never understand why people are optimistic about Nokia. They have so much head wind I dont see Window 8 alone changing much... >> On the tablet, it's gonna be a no challenge. Current market shares are >> like 70% Apple & the rest 30%. I see Windows 8 eating away that 30% so >> rapidly u will be shocked, and also some of the 70% since a lot of these >> are people do not just want to consume content anymore, but to make it. Was >> interesting to hear how speaker after speaker talked how they always travel >> with an iPad & a laptop, but with Windows 8, this is going to drastically >> change, all u will need is a tablet. >> You are really pessimist on Android. Sure, they may not have the best interface out there but I still think that the fact you can find solid product from $300 to $500 and lots of not so good looking but usable products at as low as $100 make it unlikely to be going the way of the dodo soon. I tend to use Androids alone so may be assessment is compromised Time will tell.. Muriithi >> ./Ok3ch >> >> Sent from my iPad >> >> On Nov 17, 2012, at 9:15 PM, William Muriithi <william.muriithi(a)gmail.com> >> wrote: >> >> >> >> >> I was at the Microsoft Windows 8 launch last night and I was very >> >> impressed, having been an anti-M$ crusader for all this time. I have a >> >> few predictions and maybe we have talked about them in this forum, but >> >> having seen it I just couldn't help myself: >> > Ha, Okech being impressed by Windows products. Thats petty interesting >> > as I never thought I will hear that from you. Agree though, petty neat >> > when you check it initially, but a pain if you need to do something >> > more involving fast. I guess people who use Windows will acclimatise >> > to it petty fast, but if your only time with Linux is once in a while, >> > it may get painful. >> >> >> >> 1) M$ is definitely getting its groove back and will eat a big chunk >> >> of what was 'stolen' from it in the desktop market share. The pricing >> >> is right and the product is awesome. The may not stop the surge of >> >> Apple (maybe am just a fun) but they will readily take back from the >> >> UNIX novices (the hardcore will never move) - I see the market share >> >> going back into the 90+ percentage (85?) >> > Window market share on desktop and notebooks have never gone below 90% >> > I think. I think even if there is far more OSX around, the Window >> > ecosystem has grown proportionally faster and preserved that market >> > share. Window 8 will easily keep that share in my opinion. >> >> 2) The phone market, I see Nokia having made a very good gamble (+all >> >> the vendors who will jump in - Samsung & HTC are here too!) I see >> >> Windows phone eating away the market share of Android, though not a >> >> lot to make Android crumble, but I see them overtaking Apple on this >> >> front (since Apple is still a niche product - may not actually go >> >> down, but Android's loss will be M$ gain) >> > I would still bet my money that Nokia has no where to go but down. >> > They poisoned their relationship with carrier and that is akin of >> > Microsoft pissing on the Wintel hardware company. >> > >> > Their other problem is, in my opinion, despite window 8 being a great >> > phone OS finally, they are too late in the market. I would say the >> > smart phone market is now mature and not driven by the aesthetic of >> > the interface, but on the hard reality of how deep one pocket is. >> > Early adopters tend not to be sensitive to price, but when the masses >> > pick up, the only property they care about is, "how much damage is >> > this thing going to do to my pocket?". If you haven't make some money >> > before then and try to keep the price up, you are done as far as >> > market share is concerned. Don't think it matter to Apple though as >> > they have learned to work with a small profitable share, but Microsoft >> > may not have that luxury. That in turn makes Nokia odds not too >> > attractive. >> > >> >> 3) Tablet market will be a war between Apple and M$ - Apple will >> >> remain on top, but the big loser here will be Android, with a possible >> >> under 10% market share. >> > Really, 10% for Android. Will buy you tonnes of viceroy if that ever >> > come true :) Anyway, a good read and look forward to see how it >> > materialize >> >> These are my 2 cents. >> >> >> >> ./Ok3ch >> > Muriithi >> >> >> >> ------------------------------ >> >> >> >> Message: 2 >> >> Date: Fri, 16 Nov 2012 10:19:18 +0300 >> >> From: Ronnie kilel <ronniekilel(a)gmail.com> >> >> To: Skunkworks Mailing List <skunkworks(a)lists.my.co.ke> >> >> Subject: [Skunkworks] Open source library system >> >> Message-ID: >> >> < >> CAH4t7YVRN2tA+n9WwujdTHskc5YmHqi0_kgfZiHjdo+ycuzmaQ(a)mail.gmail.com> >> >> Content-Type: text/plain; charset="iso-8859-1" >> >> >> >> Hi, >> >> >> >> Am looking for an open source libray system any ideas? >> >> >> >> -- >> >> Thanks >> >> >> >> *Ronnie Kilel* >> >> ronniekilel(a)gmail.com >> >> >> >> >> >> *squeaky wheel gets the grease** >> >> * >> >>

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Re: [Skunkworks] anyone coming in from U.S.A
by dwahome＠gmail.com 04 Jul '14

04 Jul '14

Africa Salhia R D ----- Reply message ----- From: "Leonard Kore" <leonardkore(a)gmail.com> To: "Skunkworks Mailing List" <skunkworks(a)lists.my.co.ke> Subject: [Skunkworks] anyone coming in from U.S.A Date: Fri, Jun 13, 2014 12:34 Peter give us 1 of the reliable wariahs contacts we try! On Fri, Jun 13, 2014 at 9:07 AM, Peter Karunyu <pkarunyu(a)gmail.com> wrote: You could always ship them via one of the many wariah's. I have used one previously and can vouch for them. On Thu, Jun 12, 2014 at 6:43 PM, Makhanu Sinja <jeysinja(a)gmail.com> wrote: I have someone coming in on the 20th. Details? On Jun 12, 2014 6:36 PM, "Matere Lusitche" <kenyabizideas(a)gmail.com> wrote: someone has donated a couple of chromebooks mini laptops for our resource centre in Soy near Eldoret. Mr Ed is in is in New York .Anyone coming down from the U.S can be a great help by delivering this items to us in june or july .Thanks Zack _______________________________________________ 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 _______________________________________________ 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 -- Regards, Peter Karunyu ------------------- _______________________________________________ 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 -- Leonard Kore

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Online Programming with Untrusted
by Patrick Kariuki 04 Jul '14

04 Jul '14

Meet untrusted .. an online programming game https://alexnisnevich.github.io/untrusted/ In order to play the game you need to write some JavaScript code.

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KRA online login
by Evans Ikua 02 Jul '14

02 Jul '14

Anyone from KRA here? I need help with the online services login. -- *---------------------------------------------------- Kind Regards, Evans Ikua,* lanetconsulting.com, lpi-eastafrica.org, ict-innovation.fossfa.net, Skype: @ikuae Cell: +254-722-955831

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Test Mail.
by Evon Wangari 01 Jul '14

01 Jul '14

Hi Team, Just wondering its only me or others are receiving. Or its the setting on my ipad and network related outside kenya. But I can receive my gmail mails. Just enjoying high temp here in Brazil. Evon

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Any Group Member in Brazil
by Evon Wangari 30 Jun '14

30 Jun '14

Hi, Please hola

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Invitation to the Kenya IGF to be held on 3rd July 2014 at Strathmore University.
by Mwendwa Kivuva 30 Jun '14

30 Jun '14

The Internet Governance Forum (IGF) has brought together people from government, private sector, technical community, academia and civil society to discuss Internet governance issues on an equal basis through an open and inclusive process at a series of annual meetings since 2008 in an informal setting, free from binding negotiations. This type of cooperative engagement is usually referred to as the multistakeholder model of Internet Governance, which is one of the key features for the Internet's success. This model is paramount to ensure that the Internet remains sustainable for economic and social development The IGF is a unique platform for all stakeholders to openly exchange perspectives and concerns on key issues that may affect the future of the Internet for millions of Kenyans. Issues dealt by the IGF include: Privacy, Digital content, Human rights, and Interconnection. Every year, we organize the Kenya IGF in partnership with other stakeholders to address key Internet issues. The theme for this year's IGF is Connecting Counties for Enhanced Multistakeholder Internet Governance. Event Venue: Strathmore University, Ole Sangale Road Event website: http://kenyaigf.or.ke/ Registration page: http://www.eventbrite.com/e/2014-kenya-internet-governance-forum-tickets-11… We are pleased to invite you to this national event. Please feel free to contact us for any clarifications; we look forward to seeing you at the IGF. Yours Sincerely, ______________________ Mwendwa Kivuva, Nairobi, Kenya Secretary, ISOC Kenya. "There are some men who lift the age they inhabit, till all men walk on higher ground in that lifetime." - Maxwell Anderson

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RESOURCE CENTER /LOW INTERNET SPEEDS IN ALL ISP'S
by Matere Lusitche 30 Jun '14

30 Jun '14

Hallo Skunks ,the resource center is about to open in Soy near Eldoret .The Cyber has five Computers and we have done our homework .Internet Speeds have been a challage. is it possible to use an antenna ? we have routers for safaricom and Orange, can the server use both of them at the same time in one cyber managment system ? is it possible to use all service providers in one server? we tested signal strength using open signal app and found that all networks were good at differnt times?

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Help - Cannot Access Network Drives
by Kakai Eugene 30 Jun '14

30 Jun '14

Skunks I am trying to access network drives from a colleague's computer but I cannot. They have access permissions and everything is ok (IP...). What could be the issue? -- The value of a prototype is in the education it gives you, not in the code it's made of. <http://linkedin.com/yoogeniks>

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WANTED: Web Developer(Company) for an Internet Booking Engine for an airline
by Silas Savali 30 Jun '14

30 Jun '14

Hi guys I am looking for a Company that develop an IBE for an airline. Please inbox me for details eg Current System Details etc

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Zuku Connection
by Mouz 30 Jun '14

30 Jun '14

Good people, I have a weird issue on my Zuku connection. Each time I am downloading a file, it starts well but stops before it completes. So I need to 'pause' the download and 'resume' for it to finish. Same case to videos, when I'm watching a video on youtube, it starts well but a few seconds into the video it stops and I have to pause and play for it to continue. Is anyone else having the same issue? And what's the solution? It's very irritating! -- ./mouz

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Pharmacy Management System
by Evans Ogillo 29 Jun '14

29 Jun '14

Hi, A friend is looking for an affordable pharmacy management system, Kindly contact me if you have one or know someone. Regards Evans

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Re: [Skunkworks] Scunkworks
by Odhiambo Washington 27 Jun '14

27 Jun '14

Hi Edwin, No, I don't know anything about Scunkworks. However, I co-administer skunkworks and it's almost live. I just need 10,000 more on M-Pesa and I'll be done:) On 26 June 2014 13:02, Edwin Ngige <edwinngige(a)gmail.com> wrote: > Hi washington, > > Hope this email finds you well and in good health. I hv been seeing and > suspecting you are the admin of Scunkworks. Please let us know what`s the > issue and if there is any way we can chip in to help reduce downtimes. > > Regards, > > Edwin Ngige > 254 722 841853 > -- Best regards, Odhiambo WASHINGTON, Nairobi,KE +254733744121/+254722743223 "I can't hear you -- I'm using the scrambler."

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OT: Google Nexus 4 on sale
by Odhiambo Washington 27 Jun '14

27 Jun '14

I am selling my Google Nexus 4, 16GB, together with two protective casings. Images attached. I have used the phone for 1 year. I have also replaced the battery in May. Asking: KES 25k -- Best regards, Odhiambo WASHINGTON, Nairobi,KE +254733744121/+254722743223 "I can't hear you -- I'm using the scrambler."

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OT: Selling Nexu 4 16GB
by Odhiambo Washington 26 Jun '14

26 Jun '14

Hi guys, I am selling my Nexus 4, 16GiB. It's 1 year old, in excellent condition, with a new battery installed last month. I am going for the Motorola G Dual-SIM. The comparison of the two <http://www.gsmarena.com/compare.php3?idPhone1=5978&idPhone2=5048> has convinced me to go for the Moto G. So I expect to dispose of the Nexus in 2 weeks time. Asking 25K. -- Best regards, Odhiambo WASHINGTON, Nairobi,KE +254733744121/+254722743223 "I can't hear you -- I'm using the scrambler."

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Test :-) :-)
by Odhiambo Washington 26 Jun '14

26 Jun '14

!!! ACHTUNG !!!!! AVIS !!!! Please ignore this, even if you find it so tempting to comment!! You will be hunted down like a rat by Al-Shabab and they will deny responsibility -- Best regards, Odhiambo WASHINGTON, Nairobi,KE +254733744121/+254722743223 "I can't hear you -- I'm using the scrambler."

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Cisco RPS 2300
by Samuel Gitau 25 Jun '14

25 Jun '14

Hello Skunks, I am looking for a redundant power supply as listed above for a Cisco Switch. Any contacts? -- Gitau Samuel. Cell: 0723 264846 0733 585645

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Building an internet banking app.
by David Njuguna 23 Jun '14

23 Jun '14

I have always wondered what it took to build secure internet banking application. As it turns out, not much. Just disable right click and boom your users financial data is safe. On a serious note, who builds this shit(pan intended)? David.

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CCNA Course
by Peter Mugoh 23 Jun '14

23 Jun '14

Skunks, Would anyone know where one can undertake the above course at a reasonable rate but quality education? This should apply for saturday classes only. Regards,

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Bitpesa launch party this Thursday at Nairobi Startup Garage
by John Karanja 23 Jun '14

23 Jun '14

Hi Listers, BitPesa <http://bitpesa.co/>, a local Bitcoin startup, is throwing a World Cup Party on Thursday, June 26th from 5:00 to 9:00 PM at Nairobi Startup Garage on the 4th floor of Piedmont Plaza (Brew Bistro Building) on Ngong Road opposite Impala Club. *To RSVP for the party, please sign up here <http://www.eventbrite.com/e/bitpesa-world-cup-party-tickets-11975867141?aff…>.* In addition to giving free Bitcoins to the first 50 people who show up, BitPesa will be holding a raffle draw for one lucky winner who guesses BOTH the winner of the *Ghana vs Portugal* match and the *USA vs Germany* match. The winner will receive Ksh10,000 worth of Bitcoin! *To participate in this draw, please enter your guesses for both games on the BitpesaFacebook page **https://www.facebook.com/bitpesaltd <https://www.facebook.com/bitpesaltd>* *What is Bitcoin?* Bitcoin is a digital currency. Digital currencies move money over the internet, allowing users to buy or sell them for fiat currencies via exchanges. The price of digital currencies is determined by market demand, and is not dictated by any central bank or government. The issuance of digital currencies is math-based, controlled by an algorithm that prevents inflation. *What is BitPesa?* BitPesa is a Nairobi-based company with both international and Kenyan investors including Joe Mucheru, the Head of Google East Africa. BitPesa's online platform provides free, fast and secure money transfers within minutes from nearly anywhere in the world to any mobile money wallet in Kenya (M-PESA, Airtel Money, Orange Money, or Yu Cash). Traditional remittance services currently apply a premium of between 6%-13% whereas BitPesa offers a much more competitive 3% premium with no transfer fees. BitPesa also offers a cheap and easy way for Kenyans and Kenyan companies to process international payments for their products and services. To sign-up for BitPesa, visit www.bitpesa.co. Follow us on Twitter <http://www.twitter.com/bitpesa> and Like our Facebook Page <http://www.facebook.com/bitpesaltd>. Best, John Whive.com <http://whive.com/>

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Is this thing on?
by Derrick Wesonga 23 Jun '14

23 Jun '14

Haven't received anything for a week

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Skunkworks Downtime
by Tech List Kenya 23 Jun '14

23 Jun '14

This is becoming more frequent, and anytime the issue is raised it goes unanswered. Admins, what's going on? It's starting to affect our collective reputation. Am sure there are more than enough heads in this forum to tackle whatever the problem is

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