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Upgrading to Windows 10...
by Michael Bullut 15 Oct '15

15 Oct '15

Greetings Team, As Network and / or Systems Administrators, would you upgrade your laptops & workstations to Windows 10? Most of my machines run Windows 7 & 8.1 but I'm a bit hesitant as I've not heard entirely positive reviews of Windows 10 online. One such qualm is that it consumes a lot of memory. Warm regards, Michael Bullut. --- *Cell:* *+254 723 393 114.**Skype Name:* *Michael Bullut.* *Twitter:* * @Kipsang <http://twitter.com/Kipsang/>* *Blog: http://www.kipsang.com/ <http://www.kipsang.com/>* *E-mail:* *main(a)kipsang.com <main(a)kipsang.com>* *---*

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Speed Up Your Computer
by Philip Musyoki 15 Oct '15

15 Oct '15

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Device tracking system
by erick muraguri 15 Oct '15

15 Oct '15

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by Kinpro Computers-All IT soutions 15 Oct '15

15 Oct '15

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Quickbooks Distributor or reseller in the forum
by Henry Kamabi 15 Oct '15

15 Oct '15

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AUTOCAD RESELLERS
by James Muendo 15 Oct '15

15 Oct '15

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USB Killer
by Amarjit Labhuram 15 Oct '15

15 Oct '15

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Re: [Skunkworks] Upgrading to Windows 10
by Arnold Kariuki 14 Oct '15

14 Oct '15

As a windows insider from the beginning of the development of W10 the OS has come together very well I have nothing more than respect for Microsoft at the moment. -----Original Message----- From: "skunkworks-request(a)lists.my.co.ke" <skunkworks-request(a)lists.my.co.ke> Sent: ‎10/‎14/‎2015 22:33 To: "skunkworks(a)lists.my.co.ke" <skunkworks(a)lists.my.co.ke> Subject: skunkworks Digest, Vol 17, Issue 113 Send skunkworks mailing list submissions to skunkworks(a)lists.my.co.ke To subscribe or unsubscribe via the World Wide Web, visit http://lists.my.co.ke/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/skunkworks or, via email, send a message with subject or body 'help' to skunkworks-request(a)lists.my.co.ke You can reach the person managing the list at skunkworks-owner(a)lists.my.co.ke When replying, please edit your Subject line so it is more specific than "Re: Contents of skunkworks digest..." Today's Topics: 1. Re: Upgrading to Windows 10... (Paul Roy) ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Message: 1 Date: Wed, 14 Oct 2015 22:29:33 +0300 From: Paul Roy <roykoikai(a)gmail.com> To: Odhiambo Washington <odhiambo(a)gmail.com> Cc: Skunkworks Mailing List <skunkworks(a)lists.my.co.ke> Subject: Re: [Skunkworks] Upgrading to Windows 10... Message-ID: <CA+AXev44KEXhehh0d_hsApH4QFriW2UpB79p3d7aj2a8=p79LQ(a)mail.gmail.com> Content-Type: text/plain; charset="utf-8" Hehehe @Wash You have 2.5hrs movie or several series in a folder point it to VLC and sit relax and watch. "can we then throw the mud at you?" - well if there is anyway I can share some clarity around Windows 10 or share your concerns/issues/feedback with the product team, I am happy to do that anytime. Microsoft has come along way to put its customers and users at the forefront, listening more and very supportive to developer community. So am sure they will be willing to listen to your concerns and feedback. cheers! pro On Wed, Oct 14, 2015 at 7:06 PM, Odhiambo Washington <odhiambo(a)gmail.com> wrote: > > > On 14 October 2015 at 17:57, Paul Roy via skunkworks < > skunkworks(a)lists.my.co.ke> wrote: > >> Good discussion going on here. I have to declare that I do work for >> Microsoft. >> > > Heheee....can we then throw the mud at you?:-) > > > >> [snip] >> > > > >> Of all, my favorite feature is the little "connect" button in the >> notification task bar which allows me to push movies, music, presentations >> to compatible smart TV or using wireless adapters. >> > > I still haven't seen that "connect" button on my laptop. I still have to > use the button I use for connecting to Wi-Fi networks to connect my laptop > to my TV to enable me start playing things on my TV. Did that connect come > with the latest Insider Preview (for that is what i have been on all these > days) or it's on the public release? > > >> I have been freed from the yoke of carrying HDMI cables, VGA cables etc. >> I can now enjoy my movies in the house straight from my PC. In fact most of >> the time my laptop is in the bedroom while I watch the movies from it on my >> screen in the sitting room. >> > > Sasa how do you change the media when PC is in the bedroom?? That would be > interesting to know. > > >> >> few issues >> Connecting to WIFI can be a challenge at times it doesn't connect and I >> have to go to network setting page to initiate the connection. I have also >> realized that I cannot pick up certain WIFI connection. I have shared these >> feedback via the windows feedback tool. >> >> > Haven't quite encountered that myself.... > > One thing though: On my Tecno (yes! it's a Phanton yawa!) I have the Sound > Recorder app which allows me to records sounds as well as record phone > conversations when I am in a call. Is there a reason MS haven't considered > that for the Windowsphone platform? It's really a good thing to have > especially when the IVR tells you that "this call may be recorded for > quality purposes", but not just that....There are more uses, right? Please > ask that team why that isn't available and why, halafu revert. > > > >> >> On Wed, Oct 14, 2015 at 3:27 PM, m mugo via skunkworks < >> skunkworks(a)lists.my.co.ke> wrote: >> >>> Hello all. >>> >>> I belong to the 'If it ain't broke don't fix it' school of thought. This >>> at times has been described by those around me as resistance to change. >>> >>> Still running Win 7 and after some updates, M$ is constantly bugging me >>> to upgrade to Win 10 for free. >>> Not doing this any time soon especially after coming across this >>> >>> https://www.maketecheasier.com/things-suck-about-windows-10/ >>> >>> I am sure that some time in future, M$ will use the End-Of-Life card to >>> compel people to upgrade from older versions like they did with the good >>> old Win XP. >>> >>> BR. >>> >>> On Tue, Sep 29, 2015 at 1:13 PM, Tusker 21 via skunkworks < >>> skunkworks(a)lists.my.co.ke> wrote: >>> >>>> I upgraded to windows 10 performance is superb since i have an SSD >>>> 512GB and 8 GB Memory. >>>> >>>> If you perform an upgrade, Windows 10 gives you an option of reverting >>>> to your old system if you are not pleased with the upgrade. >>>> >>>> Bugs i have noted so far >>>> >>>> Calc: When I press Win Key+run then type "calc", the calc app does not >>>> show the first time. >>>> >>>> The fingerprint reader sometimes just fails for no reason - >>>> Alternatively you have to click on sign in after swiping your fingerprint >>>> when the laptop is locked. >>>> >>>> opening the lid to wake the machine up, it crashes/restarts. >>>> >>>> All in all i can do with the few bugs it works for me and it is better >>>> than sticking to windows 8.1 >>>> >>>> >>>> >>>> I have installed windows 10 on a desktop too. I prefer installing >>>> windows 8.1 then upgrading to windows 10. it takes a bit of time but with >>>> fast Zuku internet. download is not a problem. >>>> >>>> >>>> >>>> >>>> To enjoy performance of New Operating systems there is need to match >>>> your hardware. Upgrading HDD to an SSD there is a great performance >>>> improvement. >>>> >>>> r >>>> T21 >>>> >>>> >>>> >>>> >>>> On Mon, Sep 28, 2015 at 3:13 PM, Odhiambo Washington via skunkworks < >>>> skunkworks(a)lists.my.co.ke> wrote: >>>> >>>>> No. I meant "please edit your statement for clarity" :-) >>>>> >>>>> There are ways of installing Windows 10, ignoring any upgrade >>>>> procedures:))) >>>>> >>>>> On 28 September 2015 at 15:09, Job Muriuki <muriukin(a)gmail.com> wrote: >>>>> >>>>>> @ Washington, >>>>>> >>>>>> You mean I can do a fresh Windows 10 install and still use the >>>>>> Windows 8 key (which was activated one time)? >>>>>> >>>>>> Regards, >>>>>> Job Muriuki, >>>>>> >>>>>> Skype: heviejob >>>>>> >>>>>> >>>>>> >>>>>> >>>>>> On Mon, Sep 28, 2015 at 2:37 PM, Odhiambo Washington < >>>>>> odhiambo(a)gmail.com> wrote: >>>>>> >>>>>>> " I reinstalled window 8 on my Laptop which had a valid key but >>>>>>> installed windows 8.1 so the key is now working" requires editing >>>>>>> for clarity. >>>>>>> I always treat this by keeping an disk image as backup. There are a >>>>>>> limited number of times you can install Windows 8 with the same licence key. >>>>>>> Why don't you just install Windows 10? It's a free upgrade. >>>>>>> >>>>>>> >>>>>>> >>>>>>> On 28 September 2015 at 13:26, Job Muriuki via skunkworks < >>>>>>> skunkworks(a)lists.my.co.ke> wrote: >>>>>>> >>>>>>>> On the same note but slightly different but related. I reinstalled >>>>>>>> window 8 on my Laptop which >>>>>>>> had a valid key but installed windows 8.1 so the key is now >>>>>>>> working. Can I downgrade back to >>>>>>>> windows 8 without fully reinstalling? >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> Regards, >>>>>>>> Job Muriuki, >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> Skype: heviejob >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> On Mon, Sep 28, 2015 at 11:55 AM, Michael Bullut via skunkworks < >>>>>>>> skunkworks(a)lists.my.co.ke> wrote: >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>> Greetings Team, >>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>> As Network and / or Systems Administrators, would you upgrade your >>>>>>>>> laptops & workstations to Windows 10? Most of my machines run Windows 7 & >>>>>>>>> 8.1 but I'm a bit hesitant as I've not heard entirely positive reviews of >>>>>>>>> Windows 10 online. One such qualm is that it consumes a lot of memory. >>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>> Warm regards, >>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>> Michael Bullut. >>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>> --- >>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>> *Cell:* >>>>>>>>> *+254 723 393 114.**Skype Name:* *Michael Bullut.* >>>>>>>>> *Twitter:* >>>>>>>>> * @Kipsang <http://twitter.com/Kipsang/>* >>>>>>>>> *Blog: http://www.kipsang.com/ <http://www.kipsang.com/>* >>>>>>>>> *E-mail:* *main(a)kipsang.com <main(a)kipsang.com>* >>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>> *---* >>>>>>>>> >>>>>>>>> _______________________________________________ >>>>>>>>> skunkworks mailing list >>>>>>>>> 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 >>>>>>>> ------------ >>>>>>>> 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 >>>>>>>> >>>>>>> >>>>>>> >>>>>>> >>>>>>> -- >>>>>>> Best regards, >>>>>>> Odhiambo WASHINGTON, >>>>>>> Nairobi,KE >>>>>>> +254733744121/+254722743223 >>>>>>> "I can't hear you -- I'm using the scrambler." >>>>>>> >>>>>> >>>>>> >>>>> >>>>> >>>>> -- >>>>> Best regards, >>>>> Odhiambo WASHINGTON, >>>>> Nairobi,KE >>>>> +254733744121/+254722743223 >>>>> "I can't hear you -- I'm using the scrambler." >>>>> >>>>> _______________________________________________ >>>>> skunkworks mailing list >>>>> 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 >>>> ------------ >>>> 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 >>> ------------ >>> 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 >>> >> >> >> >> -- >> "Change is slow and gradual. It requires hardwork, a bit of >> luck, a fair amount of self-sacrifice and a lot of patience." >> >> Roy. >> >> _______________________________________________ >> skunkworks mailing list >> 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 >> > > > > -- > Best regards, > Odhiambo WASHINGTON, > Nairobi,KE > +254733744121/+254722743223 > "I can't hear you -- I'm using the scrambler." > -- "Change is slow and gradual. It requires hardwork, a bit of luck, a fair amount of self-sacrifice and a lot of patience." Roy.

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SSL Cert Vendors
by George Irungu 14 Oct '15

14 Oct '15

Hi guys, Please recommend a good SSL cert vendor who will preferably work with majority browsers rather than throwing up a red flag. Thanks, ---- George Irungu

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Amazon Now Ships to Nigeria and Kenya
by Muya 14 Oct '15

14 Oct '15

http://techcabal.com/2015/10/06/amazon-now-ships-to-nigeria-nigerians-react… ./muya

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