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CISM Certification Package - Ksh 1,800
by mike oketch 17 Aug '09

17 Aug '09

Price shown based on single-user viewer license For information on multi-user versions or product licensing, click here<http://www.cbtnuggets.com/html/about/licensing.html> . Are you already working in network security, but want to give your career a big boost? Then turn yourself into a recognized security guru by becoming a Certified Information Security Manager (CISM). You'll put your security career into overdrive as you learn a common body of knowledge that's accepted by security pros worldwide. CISM certification focuses on business and risk management issues. According to Certification Magazine<http://www.certmag.com/articles/templates/CM_gen_Article_template.asp?artic…>, it is*the* leading information security certification. The CISM certification process combines an exam with real-life work credit and ongoing education. It tells upper management that you've got what it takes to be the high-level security manager they need. As you listen to CBT Nuggets Trainer Michael Shannon, the entire CISM process will open up for you. Michael shows you how to prepare for the exam and how to get -- or substitute for -- the work experience you need (both before *and after* the test). Michael walks you through CISM's 5 job-practice (domain) areas and ties them directly to the exam: Information Security Governance Information Risk Management Information Security Program Development Information Security Program Management Incidence Management & Response For each domain, he gives you an overview of its goals, its relative importance on the exam and your responsibilities as a manager. Soon you'll be on your way to CISM certification and a successful information security (INFOSEC) professional career. CISM is vendor independent. But note that Microsoft recognizes it as an accepted security credential for Security Solutions Competency in the Microsoft Partner Program. The CISM *Certification Package contains the following videos:* Introduction Information Security Governance (Part 1)<http://www.cbtnuggets.com/webapp/theater?op=view&id=156> (free video) Information Security Governance (Part 2) Information Security Governance (Part 3 Information Risk Management (Part 1) Information Risk Management (Part 2) Information Risk Management (Part 3) Information Security Program Development (Part 1) Information Security Program Development (Part 2) Information Security Program Development (Part 3) Information Security Program Management (Part 1) Information Security Program Management (Part 2) Information Security Program Management (Part 3) Incident Management and Response (Part 1) Incident Management and Response (Part 2) *CISM Certification Package highlights for each video:* *Video #1. Introduction* In this introductory video you will find out about the recent 5 CISM domains and the many topics covered on the way to becoming a Certified Information Security Manager. *Video #2. Information Security Governance (Part 1)* In this update video you will get an overview of Information Security (INFOSEC) Governance and the 6 key results of proper Infosec governance. You will learn the responsibilities of senior management as well. This nugget also explores Infosec terminology and concepts along with the role of the Information Security Manager. *Video #3. Information Security Governance (Part 2)* You will really enjoy this video as you explore INFOSEC governance scope and charter. The nugget finishes with governance metrics as well as strategy goals and objectives. *Video #4. Information Security Governance (Part 3)* This fourth nugget of the CISM series covers three topics: several approaches to a security framework; strategy resources and constraints; and an action plan for Infosec governance strategy. *Video #5. Information Risk Management (Part 1)* This update video delves even deeper into Risk Management. First we define in depth the concept of risk management and provide an overview of security risk management. The final topics then cover a risk management strategy and the elements of effective risk management. *Video #6. Information Risk Management (Part 2)* The second video of this domain covers further the risk management process. You will understand what defines a risk management framework and a risk analysis framework as well. Finally you will get an overview of risk assessment. *Video #7. Information Risk Management (Part 3)* In the third video of this CISM domain you will explore five important knowledge areas: threats and vulnerabilities; operational risk categories; additional risk management responses; impacts of risk; and controls and countermeasures. *Video #8. Information Security Program Development (Part 1)* In this first video you will get an overview of Information Security Program Development as well as the importance and expected results of INFOSEC programs. You will discover an Infosec Management Workflow. You will take a survey of relevant technologies for programs and, finally, revisit the role of the Information Security Manager as INFOSEC Program Manager. *Video #9. Information Security Program Development (Part 2)* The second part of this domain covers the scope of INFOSEC programs as well as the ongoing challenges to program development. This nugget also explores the topics of program objectives, implementation strategy, and, finally, an information security program development roadmap. *Video #10. Information Security Program Development (Part 3)* The following topics are addressed in this final nugget of this CSIM domain: documentation requirements; operational security architecture; and the SABSA framework for security management. *Video #11. Information Security Program Management (Part 1)* This particular domain makes up almost a quarter of the tested content. In the first domain nugget you will get an overview of INFOSEC Program Management. You will learn about the results of effective information security program management. You will explore organizational/business roles and responsibilities as they relate to Infosec program management. Lastly, you will evaluate an information security management framework. *Video #12. Information Security Program Management (Part 2)* This particular nugget deals with the concepts of performance measurement, obstacles to effective security program management, the evaluation of security programs and a survey of information security management resources. *Video #13. Information Security Program Management (Part 3)* This beefy third nugget of the domain explores 14 key practical elements of deploying and implementing information security management programs: policies and standards; metrics and monitoring; control testing; third party providers; life cycle integration; communication; documentation; assurance integration; acceptable use policies; assigning roles and responsibilities; change management; vulnerability assessment; due diligence; and non-compliance resolution. *Video #14. Incident Management and Response (Part 1)* As one of the smaller content domains, this first of two nuggets will cover an overview of incident management and response…related concepts and technologies are also covered. Next, you will learn about INFOSEC management responsibilities and objectives relating to incidents and response. You will explore metrics, indicators, procedures, and resources. Finally you will look closer at the Business Impact Analysis (BIA) process. *Video #15. Incident Management and Response (Part 2)* The final nugget of the CISM will show you how to evaluate the current state of incident response in the organization. You will then learn how to develop the plans, test the plans, implement the plans, and then finally, conduct the documentation phase and post-review.

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CISA Certification Package - Ksh 1,800
by mike oketch 17 Aug '09

17 Aug '09

Price shown based on single-user viewer license For information on multi-user versions or product licensing, click here<http://www.cbtnuggets.com/html/about/licensing.html> . CISA Certification Series -- updated Certified Information Systems Auditor from ISACA $499.00 - Includes 21 Videos *Trainer:* Michael J. Shannon (Trainer Comments<http://www.cbtnuggets.com/webapp/trainers?id=16> ) *Running Time:* 11 Hours Certification information from ISACA<http://www.isaca.org/Template.cfm?Section=CISA_Certification&Template=/Tagg…> [isaca.org] *Includes 2009 updates!* *Is your organization's critical information protected? ...Really?* Without comprehensive security plans, policies, and procedures, your organization's information security could be missing something. And that's all it takes for the worst to happen. As a Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), you'll perform a business-critical function -- assess your organization's IT and business systems to ensure they are monitored, controlled, and protected. *These are valuable skills... and CISA is a valuable certification* There is rapidly growing demand for skilled CISAs. CISA is on the level of CISSP and CCIE in prestige and in the way it distinguishes you from your peers. It's globally recognized within the IT industry and beyond. It's used by the US Department of Defense and others as a minimum requirement for many high-end security positions. And studies have found that just having the CISA credential can increase your salary.*<http://www.cbtnuggets.com/webapp/product?id=384#study> *Gain knowledge in 6 critical Information Security areas* Instructor Michael Shannon walks you through the 6 major knowledge areas every CISA must be proficient in: Area 1: The Information System Audit Process Area 2: Information Technology Governance Area 3: Systems and Infrastructure Life Cycle Management Area 4: IT Service Delivery and support Area 5: Protection of Information Assets Area 6: Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery These are the building blocks to a successful career as a top-notch information security professional. *The CISA Certification Package contains:* - Introduction to CISA<http://www.cbtnuggets.com/webapp/theater?op=view&id=127> (free video!) - The IS Audit Process (part 1) - The IS Audit Process (part 2) - Information Technology Governance (part 1) - Information Technology Governance (part 2) - Information Technology Governance (part 3) - Systems and Infrastructure Life Cycle Management (part 1) - Systems and Infrastructure Life Cycle Management (part 2) - Systems and Infrastructure Life Cycle Management (part 3) - IT Service Delivery and Support (part 1) - IT Service Delivery and Support (part 2) - IT Service Delivery and Support (part 3) - Protection of Information Assets (part 1) - Protection of Information Assets (part 2) - Protection of Information Assets (part 3) - Protection of Information Assets (part 4) - Protection of Information Assets (part 5) - Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity (part 1) - Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity (part 2) - Introduction to the CISA Update Series - CISA Update (Part 1) - CISA Update (Part 2) *Here's what you'll learn in each video of the CISA Certification Package:* Video 1 - *"Introduction to CISA"* - Why should you become a CISA? In this first nugget you'll discover why CISA is a valuable certification. You'll also learn about the six core CISA knowledge areas. And you'll get a few helpful tips for success on the CISA path. Video 2 - *"The IS Audit Process (part 1)"* - Before digging deep into information technology auditing, you need to cover the basics. Learn what your responsibilities are as an auditor of information systems. Explore the IT auditing process, risk analysis, and the importance of internal controls. Video 3 - *"The IS Audit Process (part 2)"* - This nugget investigates audit classifications as well as phases of the auditing process. Learn to apply the risk-based audit methodology, including what qualifies as evidence. Also, explore how to apply Computer Assisted Audit Technique (CAAT) and the Control Self-Assessment (CSA) framework and techniques. Video 4 - *"Information Technology Governance (part 1)"* - Define corporate and IT governance, including what governance practices and procedures are critical to the auditing process. Discover the realm of Information Security (IS) governance, as well as IS strategy. Video 5 - *"Information Technology Governance (part 2)"* - In this second nugget on IT governance you'll learn what goes into IT policies and the IS Policy document. You'll also discover what risk management processes and risk analysis methods can be applied. Video 6 - *"Information Technology Governance (part 3)"* - This last nugget on IT governance explores a few more vital aspects of governance -- personnel management, insourcing, outsourcing, organizational change management, IS quality management, and performance management. Video 7 - *"Systems and Infrastructure Life Cycle Management (part 1)"* - Four key areas of systems and infrastructure life cycle management are explored in this nugget. These areas are project management structure, practical project management, business application development, and the software development process. Video 8 - *"Systems and Infrastructure Life Cycle Management (part 2)"* - This nugget continues the flow from part 1, looking at waterfall application development as an alternative method of life cycle management. Then you'll learn about infrastructure development and acquisition, IS maintenance methods, tools and aids you can use, and finally about techniques you can use for improving the audit process. Video 9 - *"Systems and Infrastructure Life Cycle Management (part 3)"* - In part 3 of systems and infrastructure life cycle management you will learn about application controls and auditing application controls. You will also learn about developing, acquiring and maintaining business application systems. Video 10 - *"IT Service Delivery and Support (part 1)"* - This first of three movies on IT service delivery and support explores the ISO/OSI model with a story called "The Fellowship of the Token Ring." Video 11 - *"IT Service Delivery and Support (part 2)"* - In part 2 of this section, you learn all about IS operation and hardware, plus hardware management, IS architecture, and the types of IS software available. Video 12 - *"IT Service Delivery and Support (part 3)"* - The third and last nugget on IT service delivery and support investigates different network infrastructure taxonomies. We apply the OSI model to LANs, WANs, and VPNs, as well as looking at the difference between wired and wireless VPNs. Video 13 - *"Protection of Information Assets (part 1)"* - What are the key elements, roles, and responsibilities of the IS auditor in protecting information assets? Learn these, plus the importance of classifying information assets. Also, learn about assigning system access permissions, Mandatory Access Controls (MACs) and Discretionary Access Controls (DACs), what the IS auditor's role is in maintaining privacy, and finally, how to deal with external parties such as service providers, vendors, contractors, and customers. Video 14 - *"Protection of Information Assets (part 2)"* - This nugget teaches you about logical access control vulnerabilities and access paths. Learn about identification and authentication mechanisms, as well as authorization. You'll wrap up the nugget by exploring how auditors deal with the storage, retrieval, transport, and disposal of data. Video 15 - *"Protection of Information Assets (part 3)"* - In this nugget, you'll cover the general topics of LAN security, client-server security, wireless security, and internet security. Video 16 - *"Protection of Information Assets (part 4)"* - Dive into encryption! Learn about encryption mechanisms plus issues with communications through voice over IP and PBX networks. Video 17 - *"Protection of Information Assets (part 5)"* - This final nugget on protection of information assets explores auditing IS management framework, auditing infrastructure security, physical access controls, and environmental controls. Video 18 - *"Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity (part 1)"* - You can do a lot to prepare but what do you do when disaster strikes? Learn critical concepts surrounding disaster recovery and business continuity. This includes the business continuity planning (BCP) process, doing a Business Impact Analysis (BIA), and recovery strategies. Video 19 - *"Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity (part 2)"* - This final nugget in both the topic and series continues where the previous nugget left off. You'll learn how to organize and assign responsibilities dealing with business continuity, deal with the separate BCP components, and finally perform an audit on disaster recovery and business continuity plans. Video 20 - *"Introduction to the CISA Update Series"* - This opening nugget is an overview of the CISA update series and the main topics to be covered. Video 21 - *"CISA Update (Part 1)"* - This update nugget explores the IT Information Assurance Framework (ITAF), the evolving IS Auditing process, best practices for IT governance, and the Federal Enterprise Architecture (FEA). Video 22 - "CISA Update (Part 2)" - This second and final CISA update nugget is a survey of several concepts and technologies including IT outsourcing governance, the RFP process, business intelligence, inventory classification of information assets, and social engineering. *Prerequisites* A basic understanding of computer networks, such as Network+<http://www.cbtnuggets.com/webapp/product?id=472> certification or equivalent knowledge is the prerequisite for this training.

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Telkom Kenya Vacancies
by Odhiambo ワシントン 17 Aug '09

17 Aug '09

Gleaned from the Daily Nation today: 1. Call Centre Solutions Manager/Avaya Call Centre Systems Manager 2. Systems Analyst - Avaya Call Cantre Solutions Deadline: Monday 15th June 2009 Details: www.telkom.co.ke There is a reason they give such short notice. I think it's that the candidates are already shortlisted, but try your hard luck anyway. Sux!!! :-) -- Best regards, Odhiambo WASHINGTON, Nairobi,KE +254733744121/+254722743223 _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ "If you have nothing good to say about someone, just shut up!." -- Lucky Dube

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Complete Cisco CCNA Certification Package - Ksh 1, 800
by mike oketch 17 Aug '09

17 Aug '09

Price shown based on single-user viewer license For information on multi-user versions or product licensing, click here<http://www.cbtnuggets.com/html/about/licensing.html> . Cisco CCNA Certification Package Contains training for Cisco CCNA Exams 640-822 ICND1 and 640-816 ICND2, and for combined CCNA Exam 640-802 $399.00 - Includes 59 Videos You save $199.00 on this package This package has 2 associated Self Test® Practice Tests<http://www.cbtnuggets.com/html/support/selftest.html> Add Self Test® Practice Tests<http://www.cbtnuggets.com/html/support/selftest.html> for $69.00 each *Trainer:* Jeremy Cioara (Trainer Comments<http://www.cbtnuggets.com/webapp/trainers?id=20> ) *Running Time:* 27 Hours Certification information from Cisco<http://www.cisco.com/web/learning/le3/le2/le0/le9/learning_certification_ty…> [cisco.com] *This is the quickest, surest way to get your start in Cisco networking* How would you like to be recognized as a serious, capable, and smart Cisco networking professional? Then start with CCNA Certification. According to our customers, our sales records, and our research, Cisco's CCNA is the most important and sought-after certification you can achieve. There's no other certification that will give you this bang for the buck. Now, what happens when you combine this most important IT certification with CBT Nuggets' #1 trainer? And you double the amount of training from our previous CCNA series? And you factor all the new and updated technologies you'll learn? (And you add Cisco's new CCENT Certification as 1/2 of the training package?) *You get the absolute best training for landing the tech job you want* There's not enough good things that can be said about this training. You have to see it for yourself to see how good it is. That's why we've set it up so you can watch three free videos right now: - Welcome to Cisco CCENT!<http://www.cbtnuggets.com/webapp/theater?op=view&id=142> - LANs: Working with the Cisco Switch IOS<http://www.cbtnuggets.com/webapp/theater?op=view&id=143> - Switch VLANs: Understanding VLANs<http://www.cbtnuggets.com/webapp/theater?op=view&id=148> In the CCNA Certification Package you'll learn from Jeremy Cioara -- one of the best Cisco experts out there -- how to manage the day to day administration of Cisco networks. This is the core networking knowledge you'll take with you for as long as you work on Cisco networks. It's the know-how you need to get the job now, and it's the building blocks you'll use as you move into advanced networking topics like VoIP and security. It comes in two Exam-Packs to map to Cisco's two-exam track for CCNA certification. *The Cisco CCNA Certification Package contains these Exam-Packs:* *Exam-Pack 640-822: ICND1* <http://www.cbtnuggets.com/webapp/product?id=411> Welcome to the world of Cisco networking, and to Cisco's newest entry-level certification. The ICND1 Exam-Pack gives you the foundational knowledge you need to set up and manage small- to mid-sized Cisco networks, plus prepares you for CCENT Certification. *Exam-Pack 640-816: ICND2* <http://www.cbtnuggets.com/webapp/product?id=412> Let's go deeper! The ICND2 Exam-Pack teaches you how to manage mid- to large-sized Cisco networks. Plus once you've passed the ICND1 and ICND2 exams, you will have earned Cisco's flagship CCNA Certification. *On the job skills for Cisco networking plus exam-prep* In the Cisco CCNA Certification Package, you'll gain the day to day administration skills you need to work on today's Cisco networks. In addition, each exam-pack maps to exam objectives so you can watch the videos to help you prepare for Cisco's CCENT and CCNA Certifications. The CCNA is also a required prerequisite for individuals looking to move on to any higher-level Cisco certification (CCSP, CCNP or CCVP). *Prerequisites* A basic understanding of computers and networking such as CompTIA A+<http://www.cbtnuggets.com/webapp/product?id=373> and CompTIA Network+ <http://www.cbtnuggets.com/webapp/product?id=284> Certification or equivalent knowledge is recommended before viewing this training. *The Cisco CCNA Certification Package contains these videos:* *Cisco CCNA/CCENT - Exam-Pack 640-822: ICND1:* - Welcome to Cisco CCENT!<http://www.cbtnuggets.com/webapp/theater?op=view&id=142> (free video!) - Foundations: What is a Network? - Foundations: Living in the OSI World - Basic TCP/IP: Addressing Fundamentals - Basic TCP/IP: TCP and UDP Communication - Basic TCP/IP: Understanding Port Numbers - Basic TCP/IP: The Tale of Two Packets - LANs: Welcome to Ethernet - LANs: Understanding the Physical Connections - LANs: Understanding LAN Switches - LANs: Working with the Cisco Switch IOS<http://www.cbtnuggets.com/webapp/theater?op=view&id=143> (free video!) - LANs: Initial Setup of a Cisco Switch - LANs: Configuring Switch Security - LANs: Configuring Switch Security, Part 2 - LANs: Optimizing and Troubleshooting Switches - Wireless: Understanding Wireless Networking - Wireless: Wireless Security and Implementation - Advanced TCP/IP: Working with Binary - Advanced TCP/IP: IP Subnetting, Part 1 - Advanced TCP/IP: IP Subnetting, Part 2 - Advanced TCP/IP: IP Subnetting, Part 3 - Routing: Initial Router Configuration - Routing: SDM and DHCP Server Configuration - Routing: SDM and DHCP Server Configuration, Part 2 - Routing: Implementing Static Routing - Routing: Implementing Dynamic Routing with RIP - Routing: Internet Access with NAT and PAT - Routing: WAN Connectivity - Management and Security: Telnet, SSH, and CDP - Management and Security: File Management - Last Words for Test Takers *Cisco CCNA - Exam-Pack 640-816: ICND2:* - Review: Rebuilding the Small Office Network, Part 1 - Review: Rebuilding the Small Office Network, Part 2 - Review: Rebuilding the Small Office Network, Part 3 - Switch VLANs: Understanding VLANs<http://www.cbtnuggets.com/webapp/theater?op=view&id=148> (free video!) - Switch VLANs: Understanding Trunks and VTP - Switch VLANs: Configuring VLANs and VTP, Part 1 - Switch VLANs: Configuring VLANs and VTP, Part 2 - Switch STP: Understanding the Spanning-Tree Protocol - Switch STP: Configuring Basic STP - Switch STP: Enhancements to STP - General Switching: Troubleshooting and Security Best Practices - Subnetting: Understanding VLSM - Routing Protocols: Distance Vector vs. Link State - Routing Protocols: OSPF Concepts - Routing Protocols: OSPF Configuration and Troubleshooting - Routing Protocols: EIGRP Concepts and Configuration - Access-Lists: The Rules of the ACL - Access-Lists: Configuring ACLs - Access-Lists: Configuring ACLs, Part 2 - NAT: Understanding the Three Styles of NAT - NAT: Command-line NAT Configuration - WAN Connections: Concepts of VPN Technology - WAN Connections: Implementing PPP Authentication - WAN Connections: Understanding Frame Relay - WAN Connections: Configuring Frame Relay - IPv6: Understanding Basic Concepts and Addressing - IPv6: Configuring, Routing, and Interoperating - Certification: Some Last Words for Test Takers

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IT Security Administrator
by Geoffrey Munga 17 Aug '09

17 Aug '09

> *IT Security Administrator* > > We are pleased to announce the following vacancy in the IT Security section > within the Information Technology Division. In keeping with our current > business needs, we are looking for a person who meets the criteria indicated > below: > > *IT SECURITY ADMINISTRATOR* > > Reporting to the IT Systems Security Manager; the IT Security Administrator > will be responsible for the day-to-day security of the Information > Technology systems across the enterprise. > > *Key Responsibilities* > > - Enabling, ensuring availability and monitoring of external network > perimeter security including firewalls, intruder detection systems and event > logs. > - Formulate, review and implement IT security policy including data > encryption, transfer and back up policies. > - Administration of Safaricom data centre, business systems, networks > and application access controls. > - Maintenance of auditable IT systems access records and user > documentation. Conducts systems vulnerability assessments. > - Ensuring all servers, PC workstations and portable computers have the > latest updates of virus protection software. > - To conduct user training and awareness on compliance to IT security. > - Monitoring of Internet and electronic mail access. > - Participate in periodic penetration testing and periodic system > audits. > - Participate in the evaluation and recommendation of new system and > applications from an IT security perspective. > - Manage security software licensing and compliance. > - Implement Information Security Policies, standards, procedures & > minimum baseline standards. > - Liaise with internal & external auditors on implementation of > information security audits > - Develop, maintain and troubleshoot various system security systems > including Content filters, firewalls, Antivirus, Network and Host IDS/IPS > - Ensure regular updates for all new threats to all technologies > implemented in Safaricom > - Design and advice on security implementation for all new systems > within the technical division. > - Design network security in new & existing networks. > > *Minimum Requirements* > > - A degree in Computer Science or Information Technology from a > recognized University. A postgraduate university qualification will be an > added advantage. > - Minimum of 3 years information security experience > - Recognized Professional Security certification e.g. > CISSP/SSCP/CISA/SCNP/SCNA/CEH > - Must have advanced networking competencies and certification e.g. > Cisco Certifications (CCNA/CCSP/CCNP), Checkpoint (CCSA/CCSE) etc… > - Experience in the use of vulnerability assessments tools > - Experience in Microsoft & Unix/Linux Operating Systems > - Good understanding of information security technologies such as > Firewalls, intrusion Detection systems and Host intrusion prevention > systems, web & content filtering solutions > - Excellent oral/ written communication and documentation skills. > - Must be a team player with good interpersonal, communication and > presentation skills > - Must be highly committed, self motivated, confident, enthusiastic and > have the ability to perform well under pressure. > - Possess the ability to work in a team > - Attention to detail and results oriented > - Ability to meet strict deadlines. > > If you feel that you are up to the challenge and posses the necessary > qualification and experience please send your *resume and application > letter indicating your experience and why you are the most suitable > candidate for the role clearly quoting the job title to the address below. > The deadline for application is 23rd August 2009.* > > The Resourcing Manager > Safaricom Ltd > Nairobi > *hr(a)safaricom.co.ke * >

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Re: [Skunkworks] Price drops.. kenyan business need to learn something from consumers?
by fyodor 17 Aug '09

17 Aug '09

Yesterday i was watching Political Mann on CNN and It just hit me that the Americans actually do get a chance to take stock of what their congressmen/women have been up to by having town hall meetings and debates. In sharp contrast the only time we see our MP's is when they want re-election or blubber about the Mau forest and who should be evicted blah blah blah yada yada yada........ Why is it we cant pose questions to them? They have carefully set mechanisms which ensure they cant be questioned and accountability is null! This whole spokespeople and 'right channel' charade works for them because you will never reach them, ever!! Same goes for coorporate stakeholders and especially monopolies. With the exception of Rita from Orange and Dan from KDN, I have realized everyone else seats aloof at the issues and they dont have the guts to come clean and face questioning. Sometimes what are asking for arent correct answers, we just need to know that someone is courteous enough to take a stand...not wavering in indecisiveness!!! I think we are battling with circumlocutory debates here(Laban called it an Infinite Loop!). In as much as we demand answers, lets remember we should also step up and start leading. -tyrus _IEEE Member

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THE E-NOTICE BOARD THAT WILL CHANGE AFRICA
by matere lusitche 17 Aug '09

17 Aug '09

hallo the bbc are coming to town see below ; We're very pleased to say that we will be coming to Kenya from 8-15th Sept to make a programme about the how the SEACOM cable will affect the country. We will be based in Nairobi but will be able to make short trips out to different regions. I'm emailing to see how your Leo noticeboard project is progressing? I'd be interested in hearing more about it, and possibly arranging a visit to see them. Also, are there any other hot topics in Kenya in the digital world that we should cover while we're there? Best Wishes, Michelle do find time to read through this article and would be glad if you be on the gap and help launch this initiative: THE COUNTRYSIDE IDEA THAT MAY CHANGE AFRICA FOR THE BETTER The idea of Leo network of notice boards came to me out of a problem I had on a half acre potato farm in rural Kenya. My healthy crop of potatoes was suddenly dying one after the other much to the puzzlement of our local Agriculture officer and me. A search on goggle for potato pests and diseases finally identified the problem-ants! They had infested the farm to suck the sap of the potato stems and finishing them of one after the other. The solution suggested was simple and environmentally friendly – sprinkle wood ash at the base of the stems. After a few days of this treatment the ants disappeared and I was able to harvest a bumper crop two months later. An unexpected bonus to this story was that I was able to sell my crop at a good price to a local restaurant in the nearby town of Eldoret. This customer came to me from the initial goggle search that had the contacts of the Kenya Potato growers Association who connected me to the customer. Going online also enabled me to get high quality seed potatoes and technical advice from the Kenya potato research station at K.A.R.I Tigoni. Intrigued by the unique way in which the internet and mobile phone had added value and knowledge to my enterprise I was challenged to share my experience with my fellow small scale farmers. They are much better than me at farming all they lack is a digital know-how. The question was how best to reach and interact with a farming community of 10,000 residents in an area of 50 km radius. The Leo network can be adapted to any rural community in Africa, China or Alabama U.S.A .in my rural community it is about is about making use of simple wooden notice boards put up in public places in market centers. The display information in A4 paper the boards will consist mostly of print outs of test messages, e-mails and local photos illustrations and articles all talking of local issues. Important to the success of this enterprise is the active participation of the community either by placing advertisements on the board or sending text messages that will be posted on the local board in printed out form some minutes later. More exciting is the opportunity to collect Data on a village level. The Leo board is a Trojan horse that introduces the common mwanainchi to the digital space It will provide space to track the large amounts of money (200 millon ksh for C.D.F) to village level as it will post regular updates of expenditure by politicians and government Every advert is as little as ten shillings enabling small business people to expand their business. Many people love this concept I have so far been unable to launch Leo and have the idea of constructing a prototype with the help of interested skunkers and others. A unit will cost ksh 14,000 .i am able to raise half of this thereafter it can be launched at my local market centre in soy road block near Eldoret possibly as the BBC digital planet team is in town Do join the leo networks group on face book to see my illustrations of a leo board known as a yellow junction T notice board thanks

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TEDx Kibera
by Josiah Mugambi 17 Aug '09

17 Aug '09

http://wmworia.wordpress.com/2009/08/16/the-most-unique-ted-stage-ever/ <http://wmworia.wordpress.com/2009/08/16/the-most-unique-ted-stage-ever/>Great post by Wilfred... Josiah Mugambi +254 738 504418 http://blog.josiahmugambi.com * SK Classifeds... Visit stockskenya.co.ke for more info. * Get a .ke @ 2900/- a year VAT incl. @ pct.co.ke

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Re: [Skunkworks] [kictanet] the long fibre lie...Regulatory Action limited.
by aki 17 Aug '09

17 Aug '09

On Mon, Aug 17, 2009 at 11:40 AM, aki <aki275(a)googlemail.com> wrote: > I've just come across this from the budget summary. How can SPs' in Teams > say the pricing will not come down ? ( *pls correct as necessary - Is this > thing passed or not yet ?* ) > > * > > Growth of ICT and Deepening Infrastructure Development > * > > • > *Fibre Optic communication* > > *To allow the internet service providers to offset against their taxable > income the cost incurred in acquiring the right to use the fibre optic cable > over a period of twenty years;* > > To increase wear and tear on telecommunication equipment including the > fibre optic cable from 12.5% to 20%; > > To provide tax deduction of 5% on computer software. > > • > *Growth of ICT and Deepening Infrastructure (cont’d)* > > • > *Infrastructure* > > To exempt from VAT, all telephones for cellular networks or other wireless > networks. > > Investment allowance of one hundred and fifty (150%) per cent to any > investor who makes substantial > > investment in any satellite town around the major cities of Nairobi, > Mombasa and Kisumu. > > To include construction of training institutions in the list of buildings, > which qualify for capital deduction. This > > measure will allow investors to put up such training facilities and claim > capital deduction at the rate of 50 > > percent per annum, thereby allowing them to recover cost of construction > within two years and reinvest in > > expansion to profile our country as a training hub in the regions. > > > > > -- Sign on my car is " L " plates : c#.net

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To seasoned network gurus......
by aki 17 Aug '09

17 Aug '09

Way back in the 90's when we used to create RAS services via 14.4kbps/33.6kbps on serial and DUN lines/E1 lines, did you ever design a system that complete crashed and not allow authentication? Me, I've never ever ever seen a RAS system that has authetication problems ( unless someone stole the users password ). Some RAS authentication would be via winNT ( sp1 ) or accounts via nix. kwani what has changed so much that even basic things like authetication go down ? Share you thots... Rgds. -- Sign on my car is " L " plates : c#.net

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