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Re: [Skunkworks] Fast reliable internet in Kahawa West
by georgekamotho＠drivehq.com 06 Feb '12

06 Feb '12

if u are really interestd ,i think i can get you service. George --From: skunkworks-bounces(a)lists.my.co.ke --To: skunkworks(a)lists.my.co.ke --Date: 2/5/2012 11:19:02 PM --Subject: Re: [Skunkworks] Fast reliable internet in Kahawa West Check with Safaricom WiMAX. R Denis On Friday, February 3, 2012, Joseph Murigi wrote: Who knows fast reliable internet provider in Kahawa West area or might be knowing providers for Wang Point Technologies there. On Fri, Feb 3, 2012 at 10:35 AM, <<a target="_blank" href="javascript:_e({}, 'cvml', 'skunkworks-request(a)lists.my.co.ke');">skunkworks-request(a)lists.my.co.ke> wrote: 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. NYC Mayor Bloomberg Vows to Learn Code in 2012 (Vincent Wayodi) 2. Who is Afrisec? (David Kiania | Asentric Consulting Ltd) 3. [OT]: This valentine (David Kiania | Asentric Consulting Ltd) ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Message: 1 Date: Fri, 3 Feb 2012 10:33:24 +0300 From: Vincent Wayodi <<a target="_blank" href="javascript:_e({}, 'cvml', 'wayodi(a)gmail.com');">wayodi(a)gmail.com > To: Skunkworks forum <<a target="_blank" href="javascript:_e({}, 'cvml', 'skunkworks(a)lists.my.co.ke');">skunkworks(a)lists.my.co.ke > Subject: [Skunkworks] NYC Mayor Bloomberg Vows to Learn Code in 2012 Message-ID: <<a target="_blank" href="javascript:_e({}, 'cvml', 'CAANMRh0PwFrfUAzAaJOB8wLkHEvXyM_dRTnYoTZM0DTTTWiOfA(a)mail.gmail.com');">CAANMRh0PwFrfUAzAaJOB8wLkHEvXyM_dRTnYoTZM0DTTTWiOfA(a)mail.gmail.com > Content-Type: text/plain; charset="iso-8859-1" http://mashable.com/2012/01/05/bloomberg-codecademy/ http://www.codecademy.com/

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Custom PC Builders
by Denis G. Wahome 06 Feb '12

06 Feb '12

Looking at assembling a gaming PC platform using reliable spares. Any contacts of professional outfits that do the above? Regards

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Re: [Skunkworks] IT Internship available
by Ephraim Muchemi 06 Feb '12

06 Feb '12

Hi Techies, Media Council of Kenya is seeking an intern for a period of 3 months. The intern should preferably be an university undergraduate student or fresh graduate with the following core skills - Knowledge of Open Source applications (i.e. Linux, PHP) - Programming (PHP, MySQL) - Networking - User support, Troubleshooting and Maintenance All applications to be sent to recruit(a)mediacouncil.or.ke or info(a)mediacouncil.or.ke. Deadline for applications is 9th Feb 2012. Thank you. Kind Regards, [image: Ephraim Muchemi] [image: Chagua Amani, Zuia Noma][image: Freedom][image: Global Warming is real][image: Reduce, Reuse, Recycle] Social Profile: [image: Facebook] <http://www.facebook.com/emuchemi> [image: Twitter] <http://www.twitter.com/efi_m> [image: LinkedIn]<http://www.linkedin.com/in/emuchemi> [image: foursquare] <https://foursquare.com/efi_m> [image: WordPress]<http://littlehacker.wordpress.com> Contact me: [image: Google Talk] emuchemi [image: Y! Messenger] emuchemi [image: Skype] flyefi [image: Twitter] <http://twitter.com/efi_m>Latest tweet: The Influentials Daily is out! http://t.co/bw5vZkzV ▸ Top stories today via @nikhil_hira @mkaigwa @terryannechebet @usembassykenya Follow @efi_m <http://twitter.com/efi_m> Reply <http://twitter.com/?status=@efi_m%20&in_reply_to_status_id=1664242621214924…> Retweet <http://twitter.com/?status=RT%20%40efi_m%3A%20The%20Influentials%20Daily%20…> 10:33 Feb-06<http://twitter.com/efi_m/statuses/166424262121492480> Get this email app! <http://www.wisestamp.com/apps/twitter?utm_source=extension&utm_medium=email…> “"The advantage of a bad memory is that one enjoys several times the same good things for the first time" - Friedrich Nietzsche<http://www.quotesdaddy.com/quote/1289830/friedrich-nietzsche/the-advantage-…> ” Get this email app! <http://www.wisestamp.com/apps/quotes?utm_source=extension&utm_medium=email&…> [image: WWF - World Wide Fund For Nature] <http://bit.ly/wwf-site>Donate<http://bit.ly/wwf-site>| Share on Facebook <http://on.fb.me/kE6cbn> | Share on Twitter<http://bit.ly/Tweet-WWF>Add this to your emails<http://www.wisestamp.com/apps/causeWWF?utm_source=extension&utm_medium=emai…> Printing emails is SO 2009 Get a signature like this. <http://r1.wisestamp.com/r/landing?promo=19&dest=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.wisestamp.…> CLICK HERE.<http://r1.wisestamp.com/r/landing?promo=19&dest=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.wisestamp.…>

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Vacancy - IT Job
by Yusuf Tajbhai 06 Feb '12

06 Feb '12

Hello Guys, Am looking for an IT Professional who has the below requirement. If you think you are meet the requirements kindly send me an email to yusmat(a)gmail.com Bachelor Degree in IT Microsoft Ceritfication SQL Knowledge a must and also ERP will be an advantage 2 year experience On Mon, Feb 6, 2012 at 10:21 AM, <skunkworks-request(a)lists.my.co.ke> wrote: > 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: Orange experiencing intermittent network problem (GArum) > 2. looking for a dead/faulty dell latitude e6400 laptop > (wallace ngene) > 3. Karma bitting Apple .... Hard (geoffrey gitagia) > 4. Re: Karma bitting Apple .... Hard (Philip Musyoki) > 5. Re: Karma bitting Apple .... Hard > (David Kiania | Asentric Consulting Ltd) > 6. Re: Karma bitting Apple .... Hard (luca(a)tristarafrica.com) > 7. Re: Fast reliable internet in Kahawa West (Denis G. Wahome) > > > ---------------------------------------------------------------------- > > Message: 1 > Date: Sun, 5 Feb 2012 18:37:38 +0300 > From: GArum <gilbert.arum(a)gmail.com> > To: Skunkworks Mailing List <skunkworks(a)lists.my.co.ke> > Cc: "angienganga(a)gmail.com" <angienganga(a)gmail.com>, Skunkworks > Mailing List <skunkworks(a)lists.my.co.ke> > Subject: Re: [Skunkworks] Orange experiencing intermittent network > problem > Message-ID: <E55EA376-D9FD-459B-BF2E-835F372E3C19(a)gmail.com> > Content-Type: text/plain; charset="us-ascii" > > This single conversation is the tipping point. Am out of this other toilet > tomorrow. > > Thank you Angela and Aki. > > G A > Nairobi > > On Feb 3, 2012, at 20:30, aki <aki275(a)gmail.com> wrote: > > > Dear @Angela, > > > > > > Thank you very much for sharing the information below. > > > > FYI: From an Orange Wireless Internet user, I'd like to take this > opportunity to congratulate Orange for their new network commitments. On 3g > ( GSM ) the download speeds are still around 3200 to 4000 kilobits/sec > while on the 21Mbps network near Westlands there were recorded download > speeds of up to 9000 kilobits/sec and upload of upto 900 kilobits/sec. > > > > That gives us the end users the chance to use under-sea fiber capacity > in this order: > > > > - On 3g ( GSM ) : downloads speeds = 3-4Mb/s upload speeds = 0.4Mbp/s. > Therefore a 695Mbyte file takes around 15-25 minutes. > > - On 21Mbps network ( black modem ) : downloads speeds = 9Mbp/s upload > speeds = 0.9Mb/s. Therefore a 695Mbyte file takes around 10 minutes. > > > > I hope Orange will sustain this level of services on its network. > > > > The internet concept of slowing down end users is a worthless model in > these times. In a very simple comparison, internet and end users can be > compared to the members of public and a single public toilet facility. The > faster the person in the toilet completes their downloads, this gives the > next user a chance to do the same at high speeds. Everyone gets a chance. > However, the one who thinks they own the toilet at the expense of others > needs to be sent to another public toilet where they will pay different > rates. Who cares, they could do their business the entire day without > affecting others. > > > > Thank you. > > > > Rgds. :-) > > > > On Fri, Feb 3, 2012 at 7:24 PM, Angela Ng'ang'a - Mumo < > angienganga(a)gmail.com> wrote: > > Hello, > > Integrated telecommunications services provider Orange wishes to inform > its customers that we have been experiencing network problems since 1300 > hrs this afternoon. > > Our engineers are working round the clock to resolve the issues so as to > ensure that services are back to normal within the shortest time possible. > > > > Any inconveniences caused are highly regretted and we thank our > customers for their patience and understanding. > > > > Yours sincerely, > > > > MICKAEL GHOSSEIN > > > > CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER > > > > > > _______________________________________________ > > 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 >

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Fast reliable internet in Kahawa West
by Joseph Murigi 06 Feb '12

06 Feb '12

Who knows fast reliable internet provider in Kahawa West area or might be knowing providers for Wang Point Technologies there. On Fri, Feb 3, 2012 at 10:35 AM, <skunkworks-request(a)lists.my.co.ke> wrote: > 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. NYC Mayor Bloomberg Vows to Learn Code in 2012 (Vincent Wayodi) > 2. Who is Afrisec? (David Kiania | Asentric Consulting Ltd) > 3. [OT]: This valentine (David Kiania | Asentric Consulting Ltd) > > > ---------------------------------------------------------------------- > > Message: 1 > Date: Fri, 3 Feb 2012 10:33:24 +0300 > From: Vincent Wayodi <wayodi(a)gmail.com> > To: Skunkworks forum <skunkworks(a)lists.my.co.ke> > Subject: [Skunkworks] NYC Mayor Bloomberg Vows to Learn Code in 2012 > Message-ID: > <CAANMRh0PwFrfUAzAaJOB8wLkHEvXyM_dRTnYoTZM0DTTTWiOfA(a)mail.gmail.com > > > Content-Type: text/plain; charset="iso-8859-1" > > http://mashable.com/2012/01/05/bloomberg-codecademy/ > > http://www.codecademy.com/ >

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looking for a dead/faulty dell latitude e6400 laptop
by wallace ngene 06 Feb '12

06 Feb '12

looking for a dell latitude e6400 casing or a dead laptop of the said version. -- WALLACE NGENE TARURU wallacengene(a)gmail.com

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Orange experiencing intermittent network problem
by Angela Ng'ang'a - Mumo 05 Feb '12

05 Feb '12

Hello, Integrated telecommunications services provider Orange wishes to inform its customers that we have been experiencing network problems since 1300 hrs this afternoon. Our engineers are working round the clock to resolve the issues so as to ensure that services are back to normal within the shortest time possible. Any inconveniences caused are highly regretted and we thank our customers for their patience and understanding. Yours sincerely, *MICKAEL GHOSSEIN* *CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER* ______________________________________________________________________________________________________ For more information from Orange, please contact: Angela Nganga- Mumo, Chief Corporate Communications Officer anganga(a)orange-tkl.co.ke 0772 548066 * *

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Kenyan Chief Tweets His Way to Reducing Crime
by Kinuthia Ngugi 05 Feb '12

05 Feb '12

I still don't get how he is able to fight crime.... http://www.ipsnews.net/news.asp?idnews=106622

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Is the KQ Webmaster Reading this?
by Levis Kimotho 05 Feb '12

05 Feb '12

Anyone on the list knows KQ webmaster, that can sort out the following issues on their website to make it functional? 1. Flight search results not displaying. Try http://goo.gl/DVVCJ I test this 2months ago and the same has never been fixed. Chrome16/Firefox8/IE9 2. Talk to us/Contact form http://goo.gl/l44cC does not send and has a "log in" button instead of "send" 3. The flight timetable http://goo.gl/NSnK4 is giving results that are not been requested The aesthetics are lovely but functionality which is the key to the online airline industry is lacking big time and I bet KQ is loosing online sales to competitors like Emirates or Qatar Sincerely, *Levis Kimotho*

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N Computing units
by Mike M. 04 Feb '12

04 Feb '12

Hi Skunks, Am looking for the L300 Ncomputing units. Plz inbox me a quote for 20 units.

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Electronic Engineers Have a new Anthem
by James Nzomo 04 Feb '12

04 Feb '12

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eqduWNAgv_Y&feature=uploademail I wonder if there's one for C.S. & I.T. Nerds _______________________________________________ *Without requirements or design, programming is the art of adding bugs to an empty text file.* _______________________________________________ * *

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Urban Youth Fund 4th Round: Please Distribute
by Barrack Otieno 03 Feb '12

03 Feb '12

Dear All, The UN-HABITAT Urban Youth Fund invites young people based in cities or towns from the developing world to apply for project grants of up to USD 25,000. Applications open 15th February 2012 and close April 15th 2012. We encourage you to forward this information along to your relevant networks. Attached is a brochure containing more information. To qualify for a grant, the project in question must be led by young people aged 15-32, and be based in cities or towns in developing countries. Grants will be targeted to the young people who need assistance the most, particularly disadvantaged youth in urban slums. Projects promoting gender equality, or involving partnerships with the government, the private sector or civil society are especially encouraged. For more information regarding the 2012 call for applications, please go to; *http://www.unhabitat.org/youthfund*<http://www.unhabitat.org/youthfund>. We are also on facebook at *http://www.facebook.com/youthfund*<http://www.facebook.com/youthfund>. Â Regards, Urban Youth Fund United Nations Human Settlement Programme (UN-habitat) P.O.Box 30030, GPO Nairobi 00100 Kenya. *** ***This message was generated through the ro.habitat mailing list ***. This lists consists of UN-HABITAT ***regional/outposted staff. Any copy of a reply sent to ***Void(a)unon.org will be quietly trashed. This measure has been ***adopted to avoid SMs responding back to the list. *** -- Barrack O. Otieno +254721325277 +254-20-2498789 Skype: barrack.otieno

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Network Equipment Available
by ben k 03 Feb '12

03 Feb '12

Good Morning All, I have the following stock of network equipment in U.K available. All equipments are U.K ex-corporate and have been pulled from live networks due to upgrades, they have been thoroughly tested are working and neatly packed as new. Quantity WS-C3560-24PS-S Catalyst 3560 24 10/100 PoE + 2 SFP 17 WS-C3560-48PS-E Catalyst 3560 48 10/100 PoE + 4 SFP 2 WS-C3560-48PS-S Catalyst 3560 48 10/100 PoE + 4 SFP 2 WS-C3560-48TS-S Catalyst 3560 48 10/100 + 4 SFP IPB 2 WS-C3560G-24PS-S Catalyst 3560 24 10/100/1000T PoE 1 WS-C3560G-48PS-S Catalyst 3560 48 10/100/1000T PoE 2 WS-C3560V2-24PS-S Catalyst 3560V2 24 10/100 PoE 1 WS-C3750-24PS-S Catalyst 3750 24 10/100 PoE + 2 SFP 7 WS-C3750-24TS-E Catalyst 3750 24 10/100 + 2 SFP + 1 WS-C3750-24TS-S Catalyst 3750 24 10/100 + 2 SFP + 6 WS-C3750-48PS-S Catalyst 3750 48 10/100 PoE + 4 SFP 2 WS-C3750G-16TD-S CATALYST 3750 16 PORT 10/100/1000 3 WS-C3750G-24T-S Catalyst 3750 24 10/100/1000T + IPB 1 WS-C2960-48PST-L Catalyst 2960 48 10/100 PoE + 2 1 CISCO2811 2811 w/ AC 1 CISCO2851 2851 w/ AC 3 CISCO3825 "3825 w/AC PWR, 2GE,1SFP, 2NME," 1 CISCO3845 "3845 w/AC PWR,2GE,1SFP,4NME,4HWIC," 4 ASA5510-AIP10-K9 "ASA 5510 Appliance with AIP-SSM-10," 1 C1861-2B-VSEC/K9 "1861,8-user CME,CUE,Ph" 1 WS-X6748-GE-TX Cat6500 48-port 10/100/1000 GE Mod: 1 MCS-7825 MCS-7825 4 MCS-7835-H2 MCS-7835 10 MCS-7845 MCS-7845 22 The list is not exhaustive, please email for current prices and terms, all prices quoted will include shipping, customs and any relevant taxes. Kind Regards Ben Ngugi U.K Network Systems

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[Advert]: Wanted: VOIP Router/Gateway
by Garr Patronas 03 Feb '12

03 Feb '12

Hi again, I need the above - to terminate VOIP traffic (?) 12 - 24 lines Any pointers - local suppliers, recommended models (links appreciated), useful features to look for, any advice regarding the same, all appreciated. Thanks. GPatronas

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HWIC-2FE Needed,
by Edwin Ngige 03 Feb '12

03 Feb '12

Call if u have, or u can supply. Edwin 254 722 841853

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Can technology enhance musical experience and creativity? free lecture
by Paul Kukubo 03 Feb '12

03 Feb '12

Event Details *[image: Tech on Music with Roger Dannenberg]* * * *Can technology enhance musical experience and creativity? * *Speaker: Roger B. Dannenberg, Associate Research Professor at the Schools of Computer Science, Art, and Music | Carnegie Mellon University speaking at the Micheal Joseph Centre, Safaricom House, Monday 6 Feb at 6pm.* ** *register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/register?orderid=68164151813&ebtv=C&eid=25560532… * Roger's research work in music and technology has earned him three patents. On Monday February 6, he will speak about his experience in using software engineering to create products that make music more accessible and interactive. Tech on Music will also feature Kenyan musicians speaking about their experience and use of technology and, of course, Kenya's best in a lively jam session. Who should attend? - Musicians interested in technology trends - Techies and software developers interested in music - Anyone interested in both music and tech *Join us, Monday February 6, 2012 at the Michael Joseph Centre* Paul Kukubo Chief Executive Officer, Kenya ICT Board PO Box 27150 - 00100 Nairobi, Kenya 12th Floor, Teleposta Towers Koinange Street Tel +254 20 2089061, +254 20 2211960 Fax: +254 20 2211962 website: www.ict.go.ke local content project: www.tandaa.co.ke, www.facebook.com/tandaakenya twitter:@tandaaKENYA BPO Project: www. doitinkenya.co.ke Digital Villages Project: www.pasha.co.ke personal contacts _______________ Cell: + 254 717 180001 skype: kukubopaul googletalk: pkukubo personal blog: www.paulkukubo.co.ke personal twitter: @pkukubo ____________________ Vision: Kenya becomes a top ten global ICT hub Mission: To champion and actively enable Kenya to adopt and exploit ICT, through promotion of partnerships, investments and infrastructure growth for socio economic enrichment

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Re: [Skunkworks] Just a thought
by Josh Handley 03 Feb '12

03 Feb '12

Do you really want all that information about you to be accessible through one single number? At one point in the US most states would use your social security number as the number on your drivers license number, but they stopped doing that a few years back because anyone who got hold of your drivers license could get all kinds of access to your personal information. Even so a lot of government and private database are still built around the social security number and that causes all kinds of privacy problems, from confidentiality of medical records to identity theft. With the databases of major financial institutions and government agencies worldwide getting hacked on a regular basis I personally would prefer my data to be as decentralized as possible. Josh On 1/29/2012 1:41 PM, skunkworks-request(a)lists.my.co.ke wrote: > Message: 1 > Date: Sun, 29 Jan 2012 10:21:44 +0100 > From: kris njoroge<krsnjo(a)gmail.com> > To: Skunkworks Forum<skunkworks(a)lists.my.co.ke> > Subject: [Skunkworks] Just a thought > Message-ID: > <CAK37A++wLJNwHXD7VpvtS2BZyV43c=Z0FwBG6FOhkYpNe8KDaQ(a)mail.gmail.com> > Content-Type: text/plain; charset="iso-8859-1" > > What would it take to have all persons in Kenya registered and given an id > number same as the one we have then extend the use of this number to > identify you for life.

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Who is Afrisec?
by David Kiania | Asentric Consulting Ltd 03 Feb '12

03 Feb '12

Just seen this on rupu.co.ke apparently they are offering FTTX. " Description Afrisec has been providing internet solutions to businesses in Kenya for over 4 years. Usher your business into the digital age by getting reliable and fast internet from Afrisec. For any business to prosper it is important to have internet connection that will enable you to communicate with clients from wherever you are through emails, conference calls, Skype calls and many more internet enabled communication avenues. Think of all the work you would get done with a fast, reliable internet connectivity in your office. " Anyone with info on who they are? Regards David K -- [Asentric Consulting Ltd] http://www.shutterdiplomacy.com I ask not for a lighter burden, but for broader shoulders. -Jewish proverb

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A quick question to web developers....
by aki 03 Feb '12

03 Feb '12

I've been looking at this scenario, as part of it falls into the KPLC monitoring project: Suppose I created a website and I'd like the end user to be able to create their own blank web which I can add further components, is this possible? I don''t want to use a CMS to do this because using a CMS takes me away from my framework and would really annoy me. I already knew basics of some platforms but ignored them for frameworks sake. It would be really dumb and stupid to find myself limited once again, as I did on the desktop and game programming last year. Assume this : I have a main page which is the default site. Any end user would like to add their own web page to my site. So the very basic website structure would be this : Main Page > main content Add New Page > for end users to add their own content. Once the end user creates the page, it will be automatically linked to the mainpage. so the main page link info would be this , e.g : www.nokplcpowerexample.whatever and the end user created page would be this , e.g www.nokplcpowerexamaple.whatever/centralarea and another end user created page would be this, e.g www.npkplcpowerexample.whatever/coastalarea Any suggestions? Rgds. :-)

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NYC Mayor Bloomberg Vows to Learn Code in 2012
by Vincent Wayodi 03 Feb '12

03 Feb '12

http://mashable.com/2012/01/05/bloomberg-codecademy/ http://www.codecademy.com/

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Datepicker on JQuery Dialog
by Samuel Waithaka 03 Feb '12

03 Feb '12

Hi guys, I'm trying to get datepicker to work on JQuery dialog which is always appearing behind the dialog. I've tried checking around and the solution given is to set z-index css property for the datepicker element to a big number.. and some other solutions around that. But none of that has worked at all! Has someone managed to make this work? Please help. -- Samuel Waithaka http://www.linkedin.com/in/waithaka http://twitter.com/samwaithaka

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lecture by Randal Bryant, Dean, Carnegie Mellon University School of Computer Science
by Paul Kukubo 02 Feb '12

02 Feb '12

[image: Chipuka Lecture Series 01.2012] *An exclusive lecture by Randal Bryant, Dean, Carnegie Mellon University School of Computer Science at Strathmore University 5th Floor Student Centre Friday Feb 3rd from 5-7pm. * ** *Register here: http://www.eventbrite.com/event/2873142647/efblike* For the first time in Africa, software engineer Professor Randal Bryant will give a lecture on computer systems. Bryant will go over the underlying principles by which programs are executed on a computer with broad coverage of processor operation, compilers, operating systems, and networking. Whereas most lectures on computer systems focus on material from the perspective of one who designs or implements part of the system, Bryant will presents the view of a system visible to application programmers. *Participants will learn how, by understanding aspects of the underlying system, they can make their programs faster and more reliable. *This approach provides immediate benefits for all computer science and engineering students and also prepares them for more advanced systems courses. - This lecture is based on the Carnegie Mellon University course '*Introduction to Computer Systems*', which has been taught every semester since Fall, 1998 with enthusiastic responses by the students, the instructors, and the instructors of subsequent systems courses. ------------------------------ *About Randal Bryan * Randal Bryant is an Americancomputer scientist and academic noted for his research on formally verifying digital hardware, and more recently some forms of software. More recently, he has become interested in the opportunities and challenges presented by computer systems working with very large data sets. He is also Dean of Carnegie Mellon University's School of Computer Science, where he has taught since 1984. *About Carnegie Mellon University* Carnegie Mellon (www.cmu.edu) is a private, internationally ranked research university with programs in areas ranging from science, technology and business, to public policy, the humanities and the arts. More than 11,000 students in the university’s seven schools and colleges benefit from a small student-to-faculty ratio and an education characterized by its focus on creating and implementing solutions for real problems, interdisciplinary collaboration and innovation. *About Software in Excellence Lecture Series* This lecture series is hosted by the Kenya ICT Board's softwrare certification initiative that seeks to establish an authentic software developer certification for Kenya. The Certification Project dubbed 'Chipuka', which stands for "to emerge", is being designed in partnership with Carnegie Mellon University.The certification will help employers to easily identify software developers that have the skills necessary to carry out IT jobs to a professional and world class standard. Paul Kukubo Chief Executive Officer, Kenya ICT Board PO Box 27150 - 00100 Nairobi, Kenya 12th Floor, Teleposta Towers Koinange Street Tel +254 20 2089061, +254 20 2211960 Fax: +254 20 2211962 website: www.ict.go.ke local content project: www.tandaa.co.ke, www.facebook.com/tandaakenya twitter:@tandaaKENYA BPO Project: www. doitinkenya.co.ke Digital Villages Project: www.pasha.co.ke personal contacts _______________ Cell: + 254 717 180001 skype: kukubopaul googletalk: pkukubo personal blog: www.paulkukubo.co.ke personal twitter: @pkukubo ____________________ Vision: Kenya becomes a top ten global ICT hub Mission: To champion and actively enable Kenya to adopt and exploit ICT, through promotion of partnerships, investments and infrastructure growth for socio economic enrichment

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IMS
by William Muiru 02 Feb '12

02 Feb '12

Hello people, Looking for Ip multimedia subsystem (IMS) simulation softwares..any freewares available.. ???kindly assist.. Regards

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Need 2800 series router ASAP
by Thuo Wilson 02 Feb '12

02 Feb '12

Call me for offer. 0720 # 71$ 76^ 44 WIlson.

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Re: [Skunkworks] <OT> Financial calculator - Nairobi.
by David Wahome 02 Feb '12

02 Feb '12

GPatronas, Why thank you very much, it just so happens that I've been ignorant on the possibility of an app for this. My initial search has revealed the Wall Street Financial Assistant business calculator for palm OS and pocket PC, which is priced at $19.95 while the TI Calc is selling at $28.48 from Amazon. Of course the two may vary in functionality, I'm not sure, but hey, information is power. Thanks again.

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CHANGING SAMSUNG GALAXY 10.1 TAB FLASH MEMORY ?
by Anthony Kimani 02 Feb '12

02 Feb '12

IS THESE POSSIBLE? RGDSTONY....

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Kenya's Most Useless Website
by Odhiambo Washington 02 Feb '12

02 Feb '12

www.pcworld.co.ke -- Best regards, Odhiambo WASHINGTON, Nairobi,KE +254733744121/+254722743223 _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ I can't hear you -- I'm using the scrambler. Please consider the environment before printing this email.

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<OT> Financial calculator - Nairobi.
by David Wahome 02 Feb '12

02 Feb '12

Hi people, A friend of mine asked me to get him the stated subject, specifically asked for a Texas Instruments BA II Plus Financial Calculator. Anyone here knows where i can purchase this within the city? Thanks in advance. Regards, Skunkling. -- David Wahome +254 729 886 920

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In need of a New HP Proliant ML110 (Richard Sinda)
by Joseph Murigi 02 Feb '12

02 Feb '12

Hi Richard, HP Proliant ML 110 Server available: 2.4 GHz(quad core), 4Gb RAM, 500Gb x 2 HD, DVD-RW...- KShs. 105,000.00 On Thu, Feb 2, 2012 at 11:37 AM, <skunkworks-request(a)lists.my.co.ke> wrote: > 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: Yu urges Safaricom to open up M-Pesa to other networks > (Shadrack Mwaniki) > 2. In need of a New HP Proliant ML110 (Richard Sinda) > 3. Datepicker on JQuery Dialog (Samuel Waithaka) > 4. Is the KQ Webmaster Reading this? (Levis Kimotho) > 5. Re: Is the KQ Webmaster Reading this? (Steve Muchai) > 6. Invitation to connect on LinkedIn (Nick Wambugu via LinkedIn) > > > ---------------------------------------------------------------------- > > Message: 1 > Date: Wed, 1 Feb 2012 23:03:30 -0800 (PST) > From: Shadrack Mwaniki <shadrack_mwaniki(a)yahoo.com> > To: Skunkworks Mailing List <skunkworks(a)lists.my.co.ke> > Subject: Re: [Skunkworks] Yu urges Safaricom to open up M-Pesa to > other networks > Message-ID: > <1328166210.81448.YahooMailNeo(a)web130203.mail.mud.yahoo.com> > Content-Type: text/plain; charset="iso-8859-1" > > As have said earlier, these operators (Airtel, Yu) are a "Happy go lucky > lot". They hope to ride on others > and hope business will develop on its own without tangible investment and > hard work > > The operators should just invest enough capital on their money transfer > services. > They should be ready to put billions on rolling out outlets like safaricom > did. They should in addition pay dealers > good commission to encourage setting up outlets. They should target to > have an outlet for at least two of Safcom. > > > This way, people will slowly start using the services. > It is all about investing in the oulets. > > > > ________________________________ > From: John Doe <fivepings(a)gmail.com> > To: Skunkworks Mailing List <skunkworks(a)lists.my.co.ke> > Sent: Wednesday, February 1, 2012 10:22 PM > Subject: Re: [Skunkworks] Yu urges Safaricom to open up M-Pesa to other > networks > > Me thinks YU,Orange and Airtel should do what the Kenyan opposition > did to defeat Moi in 2002, form a mobile money platform with enough > scale to compete with Mpesa. But I'm pretty sure safcom is already > working on other initiatives to stay ahead. They are more likely to > launch the next Mpesa than any of its competitors are. As it is safcom > is becoming a platform that allows other partners to make money off > it. Much like FB or Google. Sustainability 101....me thinks it will > soon become almost impossible to compete against safcom. > > On 2/1/12, Mark Mwangi <mwangy(a)gmail.com> wrote: > > @Ndwex that is exactly what it means. Ukoloni mambo leo > > > > On Wed, Feb 1, 2012 at 1:29 PM, Nd'wex Common <flexycat(a)gmail.com> > wrote: > > > >> [OT] > >> Some very funny comment I just wonder what happened > >> > >> "...*In any case Mpesa is proprietary to Vodafone and under license to > >>? Safaricom and it is therefore not in our gift to further license it to > >> any other player*." > >> > >> Is this to mean that Vodafone can unplug mpesa at will or for any other > >> reason deemed fit to them? > >> > >> _______________________________________________ > >> 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 > >> > > > > > > > > -- > > Regards, > > > > Mark Mwangi > > > > markmwangi.me.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 >

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Invitation to connect on LinkedIn
by Nick Wambugu via LinkedIn 02 Feb '12

02 Feb '12

LinkedIn ------------ Nick Wambugu requested to add you as a connection on LinkedIn: ------------------------------------------ Jesse, I'd like to add you to my professional network on LinkedIn. - Nick Accept invitation from Nick Wambugu http://www.linkedin.com/e/-rfywp1-gy5j7vts-m/zAtGIgfHQTppoecm-OnmcX5u-wOnXe… View invitation from Nick Wambugu http://www.linkedin.com/e/-rfywp1-gy5j7vts-m/zAtGIgfHQTppoecm-OnmcX5u-wOnXe… ------------------------------------------ Why might connecting with Nick Wambugu be a good idea? Nick Wambugu's connections could be useful to you: After accepting Nick Wambugu's invitation, check Nick Wambugu's connections to see who else you may know and who you might want an introduction to. Building these connections can create opportunities in the future. -- (c) 2012, LinkedIn Corporation

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Invitation to connect on LinkedIn
by Nick Wambugu via LinkedIn 02 Feb '12

02 Feb '12

LinkedIn ------------ Nick Wambugu requested to add you as a connection on LinkedIn: ------------------------------------------ Josiah, I'd like to add you to my professional network on LinkedIn. - Nick Accept invitation from Nick Wambugu http://www.linkedin.com/e/-v5gv9x-gy5j7lhj-6a/T4Pevh2Eh7RcyFJhPqi__ymPVOifi… View invitation from Nick Wambugu http://www.linkedin.com/e/-v5gv9x-gy5j7lhj-6a/T4Pevh2Eh7RcyFJhPqi__ymPVOifi… ------------------------------------------ Why might connecting with Nick Wambugu be a good idea? Nick Wambugu's connections could be useful to you: After accepting Nick Wambugu's invitation, check Nick Wambugu's connections to see who else you may know and who you might want an introduction to. Building these connections can create opportunities in the future. -- (c) 2012, LinkedIn Corporation

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In need of a New HP Proliant ML110
by Richard Sinda 02 Feb '12

02 Feb '12

I am in need of this server as matter of urgency. Anyone who knows a supplier or supplies this kind of machine should please contact me. Most shops/suppliers in town have their stock held up at the Mombasa Port.

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Yu urges Safaricom to open up M-Pesa to other networks
by Kinuthia Ngugi 02 Feb '12

02 Feb '12

Yaani these guys have thrown in the towel, M-PESA is just killing them.... http://www.telecompaper.com/news/yu-urges-safaricom-to-open-up-m-pesa-to-ot…

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18u 22u cabinets
by Yast Labs 02 Feb '12

02 Feb '12

hey skunks i got 18u 600 by 600 and 22u 600 by 800 cabinets and very reasonable price.come to yastlabs and check them out. -- Regards, Kenneth Njuguna, Sales Executive, YastLabs Computer Solutions, 0723511949,0789467090 http://www.yastlabs.co.ke

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3000VA APC ups
by Yast Labs 02 Feb '12

02 Feb '12

hey skunks i got the above. any interested parties can view them at yastlabs. we also got laptops desktops and ext HDDS in stock at a very reasonable price. -- Regards, Kenneth Njuguna, Sales Executive, YastLabs Computer Solutions, 0723511949,0789467090 http://www.yastlabs.co.ke

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Grants for open applications: call for proposals
by Alice Munyua 01 Feb '12

01 Feb '12

*Grants for open applications development from ** IDS Knowledge Services* *Call for Proposals* The IDS Knowledge Services Open Application Programming Interface (API) provides easy programmatic access to tens of thousands of thematically organised resources, primarily academic research, on development issues that are freely available online. IDS Knowledge Services invites your organisation to apply for a small technical grant. These grants are available to application developers in developing countries wishing to use information and communication technologies to repurpose, and contextualise research on development issues and so inform evidence based policy making. *Individual grant maximum*: GBP £3000 *Implementation period*: 5 weeks *Application deadline*: 13 February 2012 We are currently offering two types of grant: *1) Plug in grants* These grants are allocated to design and build plug-ins/modules/add ons to existing content management systems and web platforms. The plug-ins will import or display a user defined selection of data from the KS data sets. There are two grants currently available, for developing a Wordpress plug-in and an HTML embeddable "widget". *2) Innovation grants * These grants are allocated to design and build applications or services that use innovative ways of combining data and information from different sources, to create new tools, applications and systems which are useful, meaningful and relevant for informing development policy and practice. Preference will be given to proposals that focus on the programme’s key thematic or technological areas, as follows: *THEMES* • Climate Change • Food and Agriculture • Health • Governance • Gender *TECHNOLOGY* • Mobile • Mapping • Applications supporting people in areas of limited connectivity Full details can be found in the attached documents, or online http://api.ids.ac.uk/about/grants.shtml development from ** IDS Knowledge Services* *Call for Proposals* The IDS Knowledge Services Open Application Programming Interface (API) provides easy programmatic access to tens of thousands of thematically organised resources, primarily academic research, on development issues that are freely available online. IDS Knowledge Services invites your organisation to apply for a small technical grant. These grants are available to application developers in developing countries wishing to use information and communication technologies to repurpose, and contextualise research on development issues and so inform evidence based policy making. *Individual grant maximum*: GBP £3000 *Implementation period*: 5 weeks *Application deadline*: 13 February 2012 We are currently offering two types of grant: *1) Plug in grants* These grants are allocated to design and build plug-ins/modules/add ons to existing content management systems and web platforms. The plug-ins will import or display a user defined selection of data from the KS data sets. There are two grants currently available, for developing a Wordpress plug-in and an HTML embeddable "widget". *2) Innovation grants * These grants are allocated to design and build applications or services that use innovative ways of combining data and information from different sources, to create new tools, applications and systems which are useful, meaningful and relevant for informing development policy and practice. Preference will be given to proposals that focus on the programme’s key thematic or technological areas, as follows: *THEMES* • Climate Change • Food and Agriculture • Health • Governance • Gender *TECHNOLOGY* • Mobile • Mapping • Applications supporting people in areas of limited connectivity Full details can be found in the attached documents, or online http://api.ids.ac.uk/about/grants.shtml

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Looking 4 magsafe adapter
by James Nzomo 01 Feb '12

01 Feb '12

Salutations fellow Skunks! Would anyone here know how much a - MagSafe Adapter (ADP-60AD) and - Mac Book Bat (A1185) would go for? Are they still locally available? _______________________________________________ *Without requirements or design, programming is the art of adding bugs to an empty text file.* _______________________________________________ * *

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Looking for HDMI to VGA Adaptor?
by Mugambi Kimathi 01 Feb '12

01 Feb '12

Where can i get HDMI to VGA Adaptor and how much does it cost?

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Re: [Skunkworks] Whitelisting an IP on gmail
by James Mutuku 01 Feb '12

01 Feb '12

Hi, I have all that. but gmail is the only headache remaining. I get the error below: - "I'm sorry to have to inform you that your message could not be delivered to one or more recipients. It's attached below. For further assistance, please send mail to postmaster. If you do so, please include this problem report. You can delete your own text from the attached returned message. The mail system <xxxxxku(a)gmail.com>: host gmail-smtp-in.l.google.com[209.85.229.26] said: 550-5.7.1 [xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx 1] Our system has detected an unusual rate of 550-5.7.1 unsolicited mail originating from your IP address. To protect our 550-5.7.1 users from spam, mail sent from your IP address has been blocked. 550-5.7.1 Please visit http://www.google.com/mail/help/bulk_mail.html to review 550 5.7.1 our Bulk Email Senders Guidelines. y19si16958642weq.139 (in reply to end of DATA command)" 1. I have filled the form referred but no change 2. No spam has originated from the lan in the last 3 weeks On 1/31/12, Joseph Murigi <jsphmurigi(a)gmail.com> wrote: > @James Mutuku... > Good start with cleaning your LAN but you need to ensure that spamming from > your network does not recur again by installing a spam filter on your > gateway. Once you have protected your LAN you will have to manually unlist > your IP/domain from the online DNS blacklist lookup tools available (e.g. > http://multirbl.valli.org) which will take a few days depending on the > blacklist mail servers. > - Joseph M. > > On Mon, Jan 30, 2012 at 5:28 PM, <skunkworks-request(a)lists.my.co.ke> wrote: > >> 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: Just a thought (Raymond Rono) >> 2. 5000 VA (5KVA) UPS Required (Jangita Nyagudi) >> 3. Interesting Article on Cloud Storage - The Great Disk Drive >> in the Sky: How Web giants store big?and we mean big?data >> (Philip Musyoki) >> 4. Whitelisting an IP on gmail (James Mutuku) >> 5. Re: Game Console Advisory (ndungu stephen) >> 6. Re: Game Console Advisory (ndungu stephen) >> >> >> ---------------------------------------------------------------------- >> >> Message: 1 >> Date: Mon, 30 Jan 2012 14:40:15 +0300 >> From: Raymond Rono <raymond.rono(a)gmail.com> >> To: Skunkworks Mailing List <skunkworks(a)lists.my.co.ke> >> Subject: Re: [Skunkworks] Just a thought >> Message-ID: >> <CAPAM+wjrNH_dPXz3oW-TcYE4xxHxAmQw30ZdJY5xtVEQaGVFBw(a)mail.gmail.com >> > >> Content-Type: text/plain; charset="iso-8859-1" >> >> @Karunyu, You must be a Systems Designer/Analyst. @ Njoroge, You must be a >> Systems Developer/Programmer. I like both arguments coz what we are all >> saying is that a technological solution is required - the end justifies >> the >> means - and that for it to be feasible, some analysis/design is required - >> means to an end. >> >> On Mon, Jan 30, 2012 at 1:03 PM, Peter Karunyu <pkarunyu(a)gmail.com> wrote: >> >> > I am not against such a system, its just that I think we should put more >> > thought into designing the solution. >> > >> > On Mon, Jan 30, 2012 at 11:58 AM, kris njoroge <krsnjo(a)gmail.com> wrote: >> > >> >> @Peter the important thing here is not that the data will sit in one >> >> database, for example once the system is in place the statistic's >> >> bureau >> >> could be better placed to give timely and accurate data that could be >> used >> >> for development purposes or business. Think about it we are all >> elements in >> >> a system and are all inter-related in some sense. They say Nairobi has >> >> 4 >> >> million inhabitants, where do they all live, are there services where >> they >> >> do what is there household incomes for example. How easy would it be to >> get >> >> that information? How many people are trained as electrical engineers >> and >> >> what level of study do they have college, university?. >> >> >> >> The fear of your data being stolen should not be an issue. >> > >> > >> > The fear of data being stolen is a VERY real issue for some reason, >> > probably why there are several legislation's which provide guidelines on >> > it. The more the data becomes personal, the more it needs to be secured >> and >> > restricted. >> > >> > >> >> How many banks have you heard have been hacked into? Most of the theft >> is >> >> done with help from the inside, same way right now if you know somebody >> you >> >> could mine information on someones bank accounts etc. >> > >> > >> > I read somewhere on the net that banks tend to NOT report any frauds or >> > hacking to the public domain for fear of client backlash. >> > >> > Any human designed system can be hacked, its all a matter of time and >> > effort. Ideally, security experts just try to make it really time and >> > effort consuming when they secure systems, thus make the hackers focus >> > on >> > easier targets. >> > >> > >> >> As an important service by the government i believe the right people >> >> would be hired if they have not already been. >> >> >> > >> > I wish not to make this a political discussion, but our type of >> government >> > is led by politicians, who tend to make political decisions when >> appointing >> > people to positions. This significantly reduces my trust in the fact >> > that >> > politicians will appoint the right people to the right positions. >> > >> > >> >> >> >> Unless am not looking at it right all proposed data entry points have >> >> access to electricity and a mobile network. The Local hospital, the >> >> chief's, also they could have rechargeable devices that could be used >> >> in >> >> the field if the need arises. >> >> >> > >> > Again, this is a error programmers make, i.e assuming all users run the >> > latest version of Firefox, read instructions on screen before entering >> data >> > etc... >> > >> > What are the data entry points? >> > >> > In my opinion, these would be all government offices and facilities, >> > including remote chief's camp's. I come from the slopes of mount Kenya, >> > a >> > relatively well to do region, and in some of the interiors, chief's >> offices >> > are just mabati sheds without even a typewriter, leave alone a computer. >> > How bad is it in NEP? >> > >> > Suppose one is in an area where they have to climb a tree to access >> mobile >> > network signal? >> > >> > However, we are asking the right questions. Given these operating >> > conditions, we should then put in a core requirement, that the solution >> > should be useable on mobile phones with or without internet. >> > >> > >> >> * >> >> >> >> If the human brain were so simple that we could understand it, we would >> be so simple that we couldn't. - Emerson M. Pugh >> >> >> >> * >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> _______________________________________________ >> >> 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 >> >> >> > >> > >> > >> > -- >> > Regards, >> > Peter Karunyu >> > ------------------- >> > >> > >> > _______________________________________________ >> > 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 >> > >> >> >> >> -- >> Raymond Rono, >> raymond.rono(a)gmail.com. >> >> 'One who understands much displays a greater simplicity of character than >> one who understands little.' >>

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Baby monitor with spy cam (wireless preferred).
by steve thogo 01 Feb '12

01 Feb '12

hi Good people any1 with information where i can get the above at a good price in Nairobi?? of high importance is the camera!!! http://www.brickhousesecurity.com/video-color-baby-monitor.html http://ep.yimg.com/ca/I/yhst-81126207287951_2191_44580913

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KVM Console cables
by Kenneth Etsula 01 Feb '12

01 Feb '12

Hi, In need of APC KVM console cables urgently. Regards

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JD
by Simon Wainaina 01 Feb '12

01 Feb '12

Would any one be having a JD they have used before for a graphics designer and another for an eCommerce manager? Kindly don't recommend that i Google. I want something in line with the Kenyan environment. Regards, Simon

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APC 3KVA
by Yast Labs 01 Feb '12

01 Feb '12

hey skunks i got 3 KVA APC ups in stock.interested parties can contact me.various laptops and desktops available/external hdd etc -- Regards, Kenneth Njuguna, Sales Executive, YastLabs Computer Solutions, 0723511949,0789467090 http://www.yastlabs.co.ke

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Hewlett-Packard Plans September Release of Open-Source WebOS
by Evans Ikua 01 Feb '12

01 Feb '12

Jan. 25 (Bloomberg) -- Hewlett-Packard Co. plans to release its WebOS mobile operating system as open-source software by September, relying on the same approach to licensing that Google Inc. uses with Android. The company, which gained WebOS in its $1.2 billion acquisition of Palm Inc. in 2010, said in December that it would turn the software into an open-source project, meaning outside programmers are free to tinker with the code and use it in their own smartphones, tablets and other devices. In addition to releasing the operating system in the coming months, Hewlett- Packard will introduce open-source software tools called Enyo 2.0 today to help developers write WebOS applications. Read more here: http://www.businessweek.com/news/2012-01-27/hewlett-packard-plans-september…

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iPhone3G stuck on boot mode after unlock
by Okechukwu 01 Feb '12

01 Feb '12

Hi All, I just downgraded an iPhone3G from iOS 4.2 to 3.1.3 and unlocked using blacksn0w and now the bugger is stuck on boot mode, tries booting for like 5 minutes and then fails and re-tries a zillion times (left it on the whole day yesterday until battery died). All googling just leads to dead ends and I need to pass this on to someone like yesterday - anyone out there had such an issue, and how did u resolve it? ./Ok3ch

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iPad 2s for sale
by Kenneth Njendu 01 Feb '12

01 Feb '12

Happy Holidays all you skunks and skunketts. I am pleased to announce that I have a few iPad 2s for sale (16GB, 3G Wi-Fi) with smart covers. They are all still in their boxes and purchased from an apple store and available for a very fair price. If you are interested, get in touch with me at knjendu(a)gmail.com. Cheers, Ken

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Black Berry has lost it
by geoffrey gitagia 01 Feb '12

01 Feb '12

http://www.techspot.com/news/47261-rims-team-of-be-bold-superheroes-embarra… After hearing there was a management overhaul for BB i was excited ...then they come up with cartoon characters that look like captain planet kids (google it) and i sit here thinking what are they exploring action figures as a source or revenue or what? they better license the OEM before the company is taken over by Walt Disney :) -- GG

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[Advert ] Brand new HP Xw 6000 cpus for sale.
by Mark Mwangi 31 Jan '12

31 Jan '12

Please contact me offlist for details and price. Bulk buyers only.

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Nice article on how iPads used in parliament
by Moses Ekbote 31 Jan '12

31 Jan '12

I remember reading an article on either Uganda or Rwanda parliament had proposed to use iPads and then this was put on hold.. Anybody read it? http://www.docufacts.co.ke/1065/dutch-senate-replaces-printed-parliamentary… Sent from my iPad

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Re: [Skunkworks] Paperless Office
by Moses Ekbote 31 Jan '12

31 Jan '12

I think the below article also explains the reasons for paperless.. http://www.docufacts.co.ke/1279/why-you-should-switch-to-a-paperless-office/ Sent from my iPad On Jan 31, 2012, at 18:52, Allan Ouma <aouma(a)ymail.com> wrote: > As you all know, we are slowly moving to a world running on the cloud, and thus we are all striving hard to make it a paperless office. Wingu Solutions was founded in the UK and thus the reason why we are also trying our best to make our services as paperless as possible. > > The KRA recognises ESD machines as registered tax registers but the problem is that the machines are still very expensive. Google is a good example of how we have started having paperless offices with Google Docs, Google Calendar and the various other services the have on Google Apps. > > To learn more on how we can achieve this, please have a look at http://www.clickonme.com/welcome/jan2012b.html > > The website shows us a list of Cloud Predictions for this year which I believe we are to help achieve. > > Allan Ouma > P.O. Box 12731 > Nairobi > 00400 > Kenya > From: Moses Ekbote <moses1977(a)gmail.com> > To: Skunkworks Mailing List <skunkworks(a)lists.my.co.ke> > Cc: Allan Ouma <aouma(a)ymail.com>; Skunkworks Mailing List <skunkworks(a)lists.my.co.ke> > Sent: Tuesday, January 31, 2012 6:33 PM > Subject: Re: [Skunkworks] Paperless Office > > @allan I would also like to know how to go about this? I am sure everybody wants to be a paperless office.. Is this possible in Kenya? What will happen to the printers, copiers on each desk? > > Sent from my iPad > > On Jan 31, 2012, at 18:25, Odhiambo Washington <odhiambo(a)gmail.com> wrote: > >> @Allan, >> >> Please elaborate a little bit. Does "paperless" mean if I came to Wingu Solutions, I wouldn't find any files? :-) >> >> >> On Tue, Jan 31, 2012 at 18:10, Allan Ouma <aouma(a)ymail.com> wrote: >> We at Wingu Solutions are running completely paperless! We use and ESD machine to generate the KRA receipts which are then attached to the email receipt we send to clients. The ESD machines go for about KES 120,000- KES 160,000 >> >> Allan Ouma >> P.O. Box 12731 >> Nairobi >> 00400 >> Kenya >> From: Odhiambo Washington <odhiambo(a)gmail.com> >> To: Skunkworks Mailing List <skunkworks(a)lists.my.co.ke> >> Sent: Tuesday, January 31, 2012 5:33 PM >> Subject: [Skunkworks] Paperless Office >> >> Does anyone know of any company in Kenya (Kenyan company with tax obligation) with runs completely paperless? >> >> I'd love to hear how they deal with some ogre named KRA, because the child ogres always insist on paper (the original) when they come knocking:-) >> >> -- >> Best regards, >> Odhiambo WASHINGTON, >> Nairobi,KE >> +254733744121/+254722743223 >> _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ >> I can't hear you -- I'm using the scrambler. >> <image001.png>Please consider the environment before printing this email. >> >> >> _______________________________________________ >> 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. >> <image001.png>Please consider the environment before printing this email. >> >> _______________________________________________ >> 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 > >

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Paperless Office
by Odhiambo Washington 31 Jan '12

31 Jan '12

Does anyone know of any company in Kenya (Kenyan company with tax obligation) with runs completely paperless? I'd love to hear how they deal with some ogre named KRA, because the child ogres always insist on paper (the original) when they come knocking:-) -- Best regards, Odhiambo WASHINGTON, Nairobi,KE +254733744121/+254722743223 _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ I can't hear you -- I'm using the scrambler. Please consider the environment before printing this email.

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Samsung mini laptop
by harry amwayi 31 Jan '12

31 Jan '12

hi techies where can I get a samsung mini laptop harddisk of atleast 80gb and how much do they cost

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5000 VA (5KVA) UPS Required
by Jangita Nyagudi 31 Jan '12

31 Jan '12

Hi Guys Anyone know who sells the above? Please contact me offlist. Thanks! J

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Tablet Africanus
by Simon Mbuthia 31 Jan '12

31 Jan '12

Check out this tablet from the Congo: http://www.engadget.com/2011/09/20/vmk-way-c-tablet-shows-off-its-full-figu…

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Microsoft Office Trainers
by Thomas Kibui 31 Jan '12

31 Jan '12

Hello, I have a small job for an MS trainer, to train users MS Office. 5-6days on-site training. Interested, kindly email me offline .. TK

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Nokia E5 security code
by Robert Kuria 31 Jan '12

31 Jan '12

Good people, I have done simswap and know my nokia e5 is asking for security code, which i cant even remember any one with a solution to this? BR

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DAT72 tapes & 2m patch cords wanted to buy
by Simon Mbuthia 31 Jan '12

31 Jan '12

Good afternoon, Someone is looking to buy 30 pieces of DAT72 tapes for HP Storageworks as well as 2 metre patch cords. If you deal in such, kindly send me a quote offlist. Rgds, Me.

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Wordpress Admins
by Paul Kevin 31 Jan '12

31 Jan '12

For all those who have wordpress powered websites and use Nokia..... please find this great tool http://nokia.wordpress.org/

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Django / [ $Place_your_favourite_Web_development_framework_here ] advocacy.
by Martin Chiteri 31 Jan '12

31 Jan '12

Hi guys, Here is some Django advocacy by one of its users [ http://www.pythondiary.com/blog/Jan.30,2012/developing-website-using-django…] I just wanted to get people's opinions on why they think the tools they use are the best. Of special interest is the PHP and also the .NET fellows. The thing is, I used to be a PHP zealot but now I have come to really appreciate a full-blown and very mature framework like django. Am not saying its the best. There are other ones like Pylons (now Pyramids) that are really powerful, or Flamework (for Flickr.com and actually written in PHP). Generally, some devs think that django is just well thought out and allows coders to really focus on the little things that really matter. What do you think? Martin.

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Game Console Advisory
by geoffrey gitagia 31 Jan '12

31 Jan '12

hi skunks i want to make a purchase of a gaming console , i am stuck between xbox and play station , for the Xbox i am excited because of the kinect capaibility and for the play station has endless title under it and its PS move my question is , is the Xbox kinect different from the kinects being used for connecting to the PC (i think this will be the determining factor ) and for the play station ..is the move ever going to upgrade to include body movements?????? -- GG

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Dynamic Media Content
by Tech List Kenya 31 Jan '12

31 Jan '12

Hello guys, I dont know whether this already exists but I have been thinking about it. Let me give my definition of @subject By dynamic media, I mean audio and video media that dynamically changes based on several parameters. Kinda like IVR (You have + $balance + shillings in your account). The $balance is retrieved dynamically from a db. Now, what I have in mind is like IVR on steroids. Think about a song that changes its lyrics based on your location, spouses name, time of day, etc. For instance instead of 'Wasee tumetoka githurai' it becomes 'Wasee tumetoka $residence' where residence can be read from, e.g. google maps Media will be more relevant to time and place and mood. No more listening to Thank God its Friday on a Tuesday. Or running into problems for playing My President is Black despite having a white president. Seriously though, think about the specialised advertising, personalised audio and visual, etc. What does it take to build such?

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Re: [Skunkworks] Whitelisting an IP on gmail (James Mutuku)
by Joseph Murigi 31 Jan '12

31 Jan '12

@James Mutuku... Good start with cleaning your LAN but you need to ensure that spamming from your network does not recur again by installing a spam filter on your gateway. Once you have protected your LAN you will have to manually unlist your IP/domain from the online DNS blacklist lookup tools available (e.g. http://multirbl.valli.org) which will take a few days depending on the blacklist mail servers. - Joseph M. On Mon, Jan 30, 2012 at 5:28 PM, <skunkworks-request(a)lists.my.co.ke> wrote: > 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: Just a thought (Raymond Rono) > 2. 5000 VA (5KVA) UPS Required (Jangita Nyagudi) > 3. Interesting Article on Cloud Storage - The Great Disk Drive > in the Sky: How Web giants store big?and we mean big?data > (Philip Musyoki) > 4. Whitelisting an IP on gmail (James Mutuku) > 5. Re: Game Console Advisory (ndungu stephen) > 6. Re: Game Console Advisory (ndungu stephen) > > > ---------------------------------------------------------------------- > > Message: 1 > Date: Mon, 30 Jan 2012 14:40:15 +0300 > From: Raymond Rono <raymond.rono(a)gmail.com> > To: Skunkworks Mailing List <skunkworks(a)lists.my.co.ke> > Subject: Re: [Skunkworks] Just a thought > Message-ID: > <CAPAM+wjrNH_dPXz3oW-TcYE4xxHxAmQw30ZdJY5xtVEQaGVFBw(a)mail.gmail.com > > > Content-Type: text/plain; charset="iso-8859-1" > > @Karunyu, You must be a Systems Designer/Analyst. @ Njoroge, You must be a > Systems Developer/Programmer. I like both arguments coz what we are all > saying is that a technological solution is required - the end justifies the > means - and that for it to be feasible, some analysis/design is required - > means to an end. > > On Mon, Jan 30, 2012 at 1:03 PM, Peter Karunyu <pkarunyu(a)gmail.com> wrote: > > > I am not against such a system, its just that I think we should put more > > thought into designing the solution. > > > > On Mon, Jan 30, 2012 at 11:58 AM, kris njoroge <krsnjo(a)gmail.com> wrote: > > > >> @Peter the important thing here is not that the data will sit in one > >> database, for example once the system is in place the statistic's bureau > >> could be better placed to give timely and accurate data that could be > used > >> for development purposes or business. Think about it we are all > elements in > >> a system and are all inter-related in some sense. They say Nairobi has 4 > >> million inhabitants, where do they all live, are there services where > they > >> do what is there household incomes for example. How easy would it be to > get > >> that information? How many people are trained as electrical engineers > and > >> what level of study do they have college, university?. > >> > >> The fear of your data being stolen should not be an issue. > > > > > > The fear of data being stolen is a VERY real issue for some reason, > > probably why there are several legislation's which provide guidelines on > > it. The more the data becomes personal, the more it needs to be secured > and > > restricted. > > > > > >> How many banks have you heard have been hacked into? Most of the theft > is > >> done with help from the inside, same way right now if you know somebody > you > >> could mine information on someones bank accounts etc. > > > > > > I read somewhere on the net that banks tend to NOT report any frauds or > > hacking to the public domain for fear of client backlash. > > > > Any human designed system can be hacked, its all a matter of time and > > effort. Ideally, security experts just try to make it really time and > > effort consuming when they secure systems, thus make the hackers focus on > > easier targets. > > > > > >> As an important service by the government i believe the right people > >> would be hired if they have not already been. > >> > > > > I wish not to make this a political discussion, but our type of > government > > is led by politicians, who tend to make political decisions when > appointing > > people to positions. This significantly reduces my trust in the fact that > > politicians will appoint the right people to the right positions. > > > > > >> > >> Unless am not looking at it right all proposed data entry points have > >> access to electricity and a mobile network. The Local hospital, the > >> chief's, also they could have rechargeable devices that could be used in > >> the field if the need arises. > >> > > > > Again, this is a error programmers make, i.e assuming all users run the > > latest version of Firefox, read instructions on screen before entering > data > > etc... > > > > What are the data entry points? > > > > In my opinion, these would be all government offices and facilities, > > including remote chief's camp's. I come from the slopes of mount Kenya, a > > relatively well to do region, and in some of the interiors, chief's > offices > > are just mabati sheds without even a typewriter, leave alone a computer. > > How bad is it in NEP? > > > > Suppose one is in an area where they have to climb a tree to access > mobile > > network signal? > > > > However, we are asking the right questions. Given these operating > > conditions, we should then put in a core requirement, that the solution > > should be useable on mobile phones with or without internet. > > > > > >> * > >> > >> If the human brain were so simple that we could understand it, we would > be so simple that we couldn't. - Emerson M. Pugh > >> > >> * > >> > >> > >> > >> > >> _______________________________________________ > >> 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 > >> > > > > > > > > -- > > Regards, > > Peter Karunyu > > ------------------- > > > > > > _______________________________________________ > > 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 > > > > > > -- > Raymond Rono, > raymond.rono(a)gmail.com. > > 'One who understands much displays a greater simplicity of character than > one who understands little.' >

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Cisco routers
by ngiri mwarokabi 31 Jan '12

31 Jan '12

Cisco 2811,1841 series available at affordable price. Contact mwarongiri(a)gmail.com

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Looking for PORTECH GSM Gateway MV374 or MV378 -
by Thuo Wilson 31 Jan '12

31 Jan '12

Hello Guys, If anyone has the subject please contact me offline. 0720#71@76%44 -- Wilson.

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Firefox 10 Now Available
by Philip Musyoki 31 Jan '12

31 Jan '12

http://download.mozilla.org/?product=firefox-10.0&os=win&lang=en-US

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Re: [Skunkworks] Skunkworks Digest, Vol 23, Issue 280
by Joseph Murigi 31 Jan '12

31 Jan '12

4. Whitelisting an IP on gmail (James Mutuku) @James Mutuku... Good start with cleaning your LAN but you need to ensure that spamming from your network does not recur again by installing a spam filter on your gateway. Once you have protected your LAN you will have to manually unlist your IP/domain from the online DNS blacklist lookup tools available (e.g. http://multirbl.valli.org) which will take a few days depending on the blacklist mail servers. - Joseph M. On Mon, Jan 30, 2012 at 5:28 PM, <skunkworks-request(a)lists.my.co.ke> wrote: > 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: Just a thought (Raymond Rono) > 2. 5000 VA (5KVA) UPS Required (Jangita Nyagudi) > 3. Interesting Article on Cloud Storage - The Great Disk Drive > in the Sky: How Web giants store big?and we mean big?data > (Philip Musyoki) > 4. Whitelisting an IP on gmail (James Mutuku) > 5. Re: Game Console Advisory (ndungu stephen) > 6. Re: Game Console Advisory (ndungu stephen) > > > ---------------------------------------------------------------------- > > Message: 1 > Date: Mon, 30 Jan 2012 14:40:15 +0300 > From: Raymond Rono <raymond.rono(a)gmail.com> > To: Skunkworks Mailing List <skunkworks(a)lists.my.co.ke> > Subject: Re: [Skunkworks] Just a thought > Message-ID: > <CAPAM+wjrNH_dPXz3oW-TcYE4xxHxAmQw30ZdJY5xtVEQaGVFBw(a)mail.gmail.com > > > Content-Type: text/plain; charset="iso-8859-1" > > @Karunyu, You must be a Systems Designer/Analyst. @ Njoroge, You must be a > Systems Developer/Programmer. I like both arguments coz what we are all > saying is that a technological solution is required - the end justifies the > means - and that for it to be feasible, some analysis/design is required - > means to an end. > > On Mon, Jan 30, 2012 at 1:03 PM, Peter Karunyu <pkarunyu(a)gmail.com> wrote: > > > I am not against such a system, its just that I think we should put more > > thought into designing the solution. > > > > On Mon, Jan 30, 2012 at 11:58 AM, kris njoroge <krsnjo(a)gmail.com> wrote: > > > >> @Peter the important thing here is not that the data will sit in one > >> database, for example once the system is in place the statistic's bureau > >> could be better placed to give timely and accurate data that could be > used > >> for development purposes or business. Think about it we are all > elements in > >> a system and are all inter-related in some sense. They say Nairobi has 4 > >> million inhabitants, where do they all live, are there services where > they > >> do what is there household incomes for example. How easy would it be to > get > >> that information? How many people are trained as electrical engineers > and > >> what level of study do they have college, university?. > >> > >> The fear of your data being stolen should not be an issue. > > > > > > The fear of data being stolen is a VERY real issue for some reason, > > probably why there are several legislation's which provide guidelines on > > it. The more the data becomes personal, the more it needs to be secured > and > > restricted. > > > > > >> How many banks have you heard have been hacked into? Most of the theft > is > >> done with help from the inside, same way right now if you know somebody > you > >> could mine information on someones bank accounts etc. > > > > > > I read somewhere on the net that banks tend to NOT report any frauds or > > hacking to the public domain for fear of client backlash. > > > > Any human designed system can be hacked, its all a matter of time and > > effort. Ideally, security experts just try to make it really time and > > effort consuming when they secure systems, thus make the hackers focus on > > easier targets. > > > > > >> As an important service by the government i believe the right people > >> would be hired if they have not already been. > >> > > > > I wish not to make this a political discussion, but our type of > government > > is led by politicians, who tend to make political decisions when > appointing > > people to positions. This significantly reduces my trust in the fact that > > politicians will appoint the right people to the right positions. > > > > > >> > >> Unless am not looking at it right all proposed data entry points have > >> access to electricity and a mobile network. The Local hospital, the > >> chief's, also they could have rechargeable devices that could be used in > >> the field if the need arises. > >> > > > > Again, this is a error programmers make, i.e assuming all users run the > > latest version of Firefox, read instructions on screen before entering > data > > etc... > > > > What are the data entry points? > > > > In my opinion, these would be all government offices and facilities, > > including remote chief's camp's. I come from the slopes of mount Kenya, a > > relatively well to do region, and in some of the interiors, chief's > offices > > are just mabati sheds without even a typewriter, leave alone a computer. > > How bad is it in NEP? > > > > Suppose one is in an area where they have to climb a tree to access > mobile > > network signal? > > > > However, we are asking the right questions. Given these operating > > conditions, we should then put in a core requirement, that the solution > > should be useable on mobile phones with or without internet. > > > > > >> * > >> > >> If the human brain were so simple that we could understand it, we would > be so simple that we couldn't. - Emerson M. Pugh > >> > >> * > >> > >> > >> > >> > >> _______________________________________________ > >> 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 > >> > > > > > > > > -- > > Regards, > > Peter Karunyu > > ------------------- > > > > > > _______________________________________________ > > 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 > > > > > > -- > Raymond Rono, > raymond.rono(a)gmail.com. > > 'One who understands much displays a greater simplicity of character than > one who understands little.' >

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Interesting Article on Cloud Storage - The Great Disk Drive in the Sky: How Web giants store big—and we mean big—data
by Philip Musyoki 30 Jan '12

30 Jan '12

http://arstechnica.com/business/news/2012/01/the-big-disk-drive-in-the-sky-…

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Whitelisting an IP on gmail
by James Mutuku 30 Jan '12

30 Jan '12

Hi, Our lan had spambots that let to our IP being blacklisted. We cleaned the lan and put up measures to ensure it doe not happen again. we are not able to send mail to gmail. we have filled some google online form for whitelisting, but it seems to be taking forever. Is there a quick way for whitelisting the ip on gmail?

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Android Developer Wanted: Help with Women’s Health in Africa
by Dennis Kioko 30 Jan '12

30 Jan '12

Jacaranda Health (jacarandahealth.org) is a nonprofit organization looking to change the way that maternal healthcare is provided in Africa. We are building a chain of maternity clinics providing world-class care to low-income women in Kenya. These women have poor options for seeking care during pregnancy, and their likelihood of dying while giving birth is a hundred times higher than it is in Europe and the US. Jacaranda is bringing together the best clinical and technology innovations from around the world to help improve health outcomes in our clinics. We think an Android tablet can play a critical role in improving care by allowing nurses to track vital signs more effectively and make split-second decisions. We’re seeking a skilled developer to help with a project on the cutting edge of maternal health, which has the potential to impact millions of women. At the core of the project is an electronic version of a simple paper tool called the partograph, which maps the progress of women’s labor, and helps nurses identify when to refer patients for emergency c-section. We want to create an Android version of the partograph, which will improve the functionality and usability of this important tool, and ideally launch it with our new clinic in April. We are seeking an Android developer confident and experienced enough to design an application that nurses can master easily and we can maintain with little expertise. The developer can be based in the US or Kenya, and the project will involve these responsibilities: • Collaborating with our clinical advisors at Harvard and in Kenya to sketch out the functionality and user interface of the application. • Software design, implementation, and debugging • Communicating with nurses to fine tune software in a clinical setting, e.g. during regular deliveries and emergencies. • Assistance with selecting the most appropriate tablet to run it on in our clinics. • Some strategic work helping us think through our other needs, such Android data entry for community health workers in the field, triage of new patients, etc. Desired Applicant Skills: • Experience developing on Android or other mobile platforms. • Working knowledge of Java and OOP best practices. • Writes clean, well-documented code that can be easily maintained. • Ability to create a simple and intuitive UI for use by local nurses. • Experience walking a product through the entire design, development and launch strongly preferred. We imagine this as a two- to three-month full-time commitment, although we can be flexible with the right person. It is volunteer position, but we can provide a stipend to help with living expenses. The benefits: • An opportunity to apply your skills and creativity to have a direct impact on women and children. • Good exposure to the world of healthcare and social enterprise in Africa. • Your software will be put to use saving lives immediately. • If we can demonstrate success with it, there will be interest from the global health and the “IT for development” communities – and a chance for recognition for this work. To apply, please send a note and resume to jobs(a)jacarandahealth.org, and mention “Android” in the subject line. Links to relevant past projects and code samples are also welcome. -- Nick Pearson Jacaranda Health +254 (0) 716 534 294 US mobile: 206-799-2681 npearson(a)jacarandahealth.org www.jacarandahealth.org blog.jacarandahealth.org

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End of Support Windows XP and Office 2003 - April 2014
by Tusker 21 30 Jan '12

30 Jan '12

http://www.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/endofsupport.aspx regards, Tusker21

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PHP/MySQL Dating Site Script Required
by Jangita Nyagudi 30 Jan '12

30 Jan '12

Hello All, Ronell Africa requires a dating site php/mysql script which will be customized to fit a client needs. Any developers who have an already existing script or who can develop the script, please send your details to vacancies(a)ronellafrica.com Please include estimated cost of script plus customizations and or cost of development. Thanks J

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<OT>HOW MUCH IS DRAWING TABLET
by Mickey Mickey 30 Jan '12

30 Jan '12

If you have information of the above or know a place where one can purchase it, kindly guide. If you are a seller put you price Thanks -- MICHAEL A. AKUNGA (+254) 0726 174 815 michaelakunga(a)gmail.com michaelakunga(a)yahoo.com http://michysoft.blogspot.com Skype: michaelakunga "Always bear in mind that your own resolution to succeed is more important than any other. " Abraham Lincoln<http://www.brainyquote.com/quotes/quotes/a/abrahamlin109274.html>

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Just a thought
by kris njoroge 29 Jan '12

29 Jan '12

What would it take to have all persons in Kenya registered and given an id number same as the one we have then extend the use of this number to identify you for life. When you go to school your school records have this number, when you get a job that number is used, when you buy property same number is used, if you go to the bank same number, if you rent a house, the landlord has to submit - upload it some place. If you die the number is deactivated. This would apply to all citizens, you get this number at birth. What would be the purpose? 1. It would be very easy it keep tabs of the actual number of the citizens and make projections. 2. The Electoral commission would have updated voters roll 3. Would aid in planning, how many people live in a certain area, qualifications of the citizens broadly or more in-depth. 4 Could be used by institutions like HELB , once the employer enters your number into there pay role a mandatory % of income will be deducted based on outstanding balance to them. Think if more people got to paying there loans early more would be available for even more students. Maybe it could be pushed to technical schools or even high school maybe How would it be managed and what would be required? Saw a piece on CitizenTV about the abandoned children and just thought if we had a better system maybe parents who dump there kids could be tracked - actually one would not even do it as you *know* the state knows where you work and stay. Just a thought -- * If the human brain were so simple that we could understand it, we would be so simple that we couldn't. - Emerson M. Pugh *

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Understanding bin, sbin, usr/bin ,usr/bin split
by wool row 29 Jan '12

29 Jan '12

http://lists.busybox.net/pipermail/busybox/2010-December/074114.html -- Endless

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Skunkworks production 2030 : "A High Level Military and Defence Meeting " email based simulation game
by aki 29 Jan '12

29 Jan '12

Dear Listers and especially those who are quite interested and knowledgeable. The purpose of this email based game simulation is to get all involved in a hypothetical situation and take roles as per their knowledge. *The email game simulation is based on a meeting of high level military commanders and generals*, as there is a threat to National Defence in the year 2030. Remember all that we write here is fictitious. There will be seriousness, comedy, knowledge flows and even stress. A decision must be made at the end of the meeting. In this game simulation I'd play the role as a Defence Analyst who has also been invited to the High Level Defence Meeting. Should any skunker want to take part in this game, please give your Rank and why you are important to the meeting. Ofcourse, you can promote anyone you want to a senior rank if you feel the person deserves it. No need to have someone bright and yet they remain a 1 star General. I'd like to nominate @James Nzomo as : General James Nzomo as Commander of the Air Force. A role he knows well and can add a lot to the game simulation. We need Generals for the Army and Navy too. Who will these be? So Ladies and Gents, here goes................... get involved and have some fun too. :-) *The year is 2030. * * * *DOD have received word that there is possibility of an attack from across the Borders. An urgent high level meeting has been called by all the Joint Chiefs of Staff on what needs to be done. The meeting has be set and all those involved are now at the round table where the meeting discussions can begin............ Some formal introductions are necessary. * * * *I introduce myself as Captain @Aki to the round table gathering. My speciality is Defence Analysis. Am welcomed to the round meeting by those around it. * * * *I'm also waiting for others to introduce their ranks and themselves.............................* * * * *

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Skunkworks Production : "The Google Search, Free Downloads and Speculative--Visions Generations Era"
by aki 29 Jan '12

29 Jan '12

//This one will be interesting and a lot simpler. Coming soon to a mailing list near you. :-))

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[ADVERT] Required Entry Level Web Developer and IT Support Personnel
by Chris W. 28 Jan '12

28 Jan '12

Afternoon, An organization is seeking to hire for the mentioned entry level positions. The applicants must be of firm Christian Faith. i. Web Developer Requirement: Good understanding of: HTML, CSS, PHP and MySQL Some understanding and experience in working with the Wordpress CMS and/or any other CMS is a plus. ii. ICT Support Requirement Good in: Computer hardware and maintenance, printer support and networking. Some experience in administering the Linux OS and/or any Server OS is a plus. Once successful, the initial engagement will be on contract. If interested, please send your resume by responding to this mail. Regards, Chris_w. dabnix(a)gmail.com

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icea.co.ke hacked
by steve 28 Jan '12

28 Jan '12

lol. http://icea.co.ke/ -- -------------Warm Regards---------------------- -------------Kariuki Kiambi----------------------

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Just to lighten up your afternoon :)
by julianne anyim 28 Jan '12

28 Jan '12

The Top 20 replies by programmers when their programs do not work: 20. "That's weird..." 19. "It's never done that before." 18. "It worked yesterday." 17. "How is that possible?" 16. "It must be a hardware problem." 15. "What did you type in wrong to get it to crash?" 14. "There is something funky in your data." 13. "I haven't touched that module in weeks!" 12. "You must have the wrong version." 11. "It's just some unlucky coincidence." 10. "I can't test everything!" 9. "THIS can't be the source of THAT." 8. "It works, but it hasn't been tested." 7. "Somebody must have changed my code." 6. "Did you check for a virus on your system?" 5. "Even though it doesn't work, how does it feel? 4. "You can't use that version on your system." 3. "Why do you want to do it that way?" 2. "Where were you when the program blew up?" And the Number One reply by programmers when their programs don't work: 1. "It works on my machine." I use no.1 and 20 alot lol! Regards, JAA

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Secretary General of the International Telecommunications Union (ITU) to be Patron of EC-Council's Global CyberLympics Competition
by Brian Munyao Longwe 27 Jan '12

27 Jan '12

FYI ---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: Anne-Rachel Inné <annerachel(a)gmail.com> Date: Fri, Jan 27, 2012 at 8:51 PM Subject: [AfrICANN-discuss] Secretary General of the International Telecommunications Union (ITU) to be Patron of EC-Council's Global CyberLympics Competition To: africann(a)afrinic.net http://www.prweb.com/releases/2012/1/prweb9142497.htmSecretary General of the International Telecommunications Union (ITU) to be Patron of EC-Council's Global CyberLympics Competition Dr. Hamadoun I. Toure, the Secretary General of the International Telecommunication Union (ITU), has officially been appointed as the Patron of the Global CyberLympics, which is the World’s first series of international team ethical hacking championships. With that appointment, Dr. Toure will become Chair of the Global CyberLympics Advisory Council (GCAC). [image: Quote start]EC-Council's Global CyberLympics' goal is to raise awareness towards increased education and ethics in information security by unifying Global Cyber Defense through the games.[image: Quote end] Albuquerque, NM (PRWEB) January 27, 2012 EC-Council's Global CyberLympics organizing committee is pleased to announce the official patronage of the Secretary General of the International Telecommunication Union (ITU). ITU is the United Nations specialized agency for information and communication technologies. Created by EC-Council, the Global CyberLympics is a series of ethical hacking games comprised of both offensive and defensive security challenges that started from September 2011 across different global regions. The top 8 teams, determined during the respective regional championships held in Budapest, Dubai, Miami and Kuala Lumpur, will be vying for the world championship title during the world finals that will be held in Virginia, USA in March 2012. “Our purpose with the Global CyberLympics initiative is to help establish true cybersecurity partnerships across borders,” said Jay Bavisi, Chairman of the Global CyberLympics Organizing Committee and president of EC-Council. “With the leadership and guidance from Dr. Toure in his capacity as Honorary Chairman of the Advisory Council, we are confident of expanding the outreach of this initiative globally, raising awareness to global peace through cyber games.” Dr. Toure said, “I accept the role of Honorary Chair with pleasure and look forward to contributing positively to the success of this initiative. The achievement of global cyberpeace must be a key objective for governments, the private sector and the international community. As Secretary General of the UN Specialized Agency on ICTs, I am fully committed to facilitating dialogue among all relevant stakeholders, in order to reach the overall goal.” The games come at a crucial time as global cyber threats appear to be escalating. According to the U.S. Cyber Consequences Unit, the annual loss of intellectual property and investment opportunities is $6 to $20 billion as a result of hacking. In a recent article about cyber espionage attacks against the US, the magazine Vanity Fair even referred to 2011 as “the Year of the Hack.” The EC-Council’s mission with the Global CyberLympics is to unify global cyber defense through the games, along with the following objectives: - Capacity Building: Discover new talents, methods and ideas; and to encourage development in the field of information security. Besides discovering gifted hackers and cyber-defenders, the Global CyberLympics will also inspire the development of Information security professionals of the future. - Raising Awareness: Educate the global community, especially in developing nations and third world countries, on the issues of Information security and encourage further development of the field. This will raise awareness towards increased education and ethics in information security. - Global Peace: Foster friendship and create cohesiveness between information security professionals, whether as an individual, representing a corporation or for a national agency, and encourage frequent exchange of essential information, technology and skills. The Global CyberLympics is also endorsed by the International Multilateral Partnership Against Cyber Threats (IMPACT), the cybersecurity executing arm of the United Nations’ specialized agency – the International Telecommunications Union (ITU). For more information about the Global CyberLympics, please visit: http://www.cyberlympics.org _______________________________________________ AfrICANN mailing list AfrICANN(a)afrinic.net https://lists.afrinic.net/mailman/listinfo.cgi/africann -- Brian Munyao Longwe e-mail: blongwe(a)gmail.com cell: +254715964281 blog : http://zinjlog.blogspot.com meta-blog: http://mashilingi.blogspot.com

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An excerpt from Google's policies modification
by Mickey Mickey 27 Jan '12

27 Jan '12

"When you upload or otherwise submit content to our Services, you give Google (and those we work with) a worldwide license to use, host, store, reproduce, modify, create derivative works (such as those resulting from translations, adaptations or other changes we make so that your content works better with our Services), communicate, publish, publicly perform, publicly display and distribute such content. The rights you grant in this license are for the limited purpose of operating, promoting, and improving our Services, and to develop new ones. This license continues even if you stop using our Services (for example, for a business listing you have added to Google Maps). Some Services may offer you ways to access and remove content that has been provided to that Service. Also, in some of our Services, there are terms or settings that narrow the scope of our use of the content submitted in those Services. Make sure you have the necessary rights to grant us this license for any content that you submit to our Services."something is fucking wrong here, somebody tell me am wrong -- MICHAEL A. AKUNGA (+254) 0726 174 815 michaelakunga(a)gmail.com michaelakunga(a)yahoo.com http://michysoft.blogspot.com Skype: michaelakunga "Always bear in mind that your own resolution to succeed is more important than any other. " Abraham Lincoln<http://www.brainyquote.com/quotes/quotes/a/abrahamlin109274.html>

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Re: [Skunkworks] PS huawei, Huawei 3G ,MPBN Ericsson positions.
by ibtisam jamal 27 Jan '12

27 Jan '12

On Fri, Jan 27, 2012 at 11:15 AM, ibtisam jamal <ibty.jamal(a)gmail.com>wrote: > Hi , > > We are looking for 6 months consultants for the above 3 positions . > The contract could be extended to 1 year. > > These are engineer positions . > > Please send me your CV's i have received very few. > > Regards, > Ibtisam > >

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5 more reasons to get an iPad/iPhone, if you are a doctor
by Peter Karunyu 27 Jan '12

27 Jan '12

Couldn't resist sharing this one, 5 real life medical applications with iPads and iPhones http://goo.gl/MRg8c -- Regards, Peter Karunyu -------------------

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MPESA
by Simon Wainaina 26 Jan '12

26 Jan '12

How can i get mpesa transaction statements for my small business?

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WELCOME RICHARD CINDA TO SKUNKWORKS
by Dave Kirirah 26 Jan '12

26 Jan '12

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BenQ MP514 Projector
by Richard Sinda 26 Jan '12

26 Jan '12

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Lost thread
by stephen wanjau 26 Jan '12

26 Jan '12

I have been trying to dig up the thread that had a discussion about Safaricom hosting CMS based websites..anyone with the link to the archive or just resend it to me offlist. regards, Stephen. -- *"Better Late Than Never, But Never Late is Better"* My Blog <http://uwanja.wordpress.com> | @uwanja <https://twitter.com/#%21/uwanja>| Facebook <http://www.facebook.com/swanjau> | This message represents the official view of the voices in my head.

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Re: [Skunkworks] Joyent VS Rackspace
by Josh Handley 26 Jan '12

26 Jan '12

Amazon EC2 has a free option for the first year: http://aws.amazon.com/free/ Josh On 1/25/2012 11:49 PM, skunkworks-request(a)lists.my.co.ke wrote: > Message: 6 > Date: Wed, 25 Jan 2012 23:49:33 +0300 > From: Martin Chiteri<martin.chiteri(a)gmail.com> > To:kiti.chigiri@gmail.com, Skunkworks Mailing List > <skunkworks(a)lists.my.co.ke> > Subject: Re: [Skunkworks] Joyent VS Rackspace > Message-ID: > <CAAUkCrOO0fEcAyXpcHFJ79OCx4Pn1ArFWTWVGZ7m9Wx9zR8c5Q(a)mail.gmail.com> > Content-Type: text/plain; charset="iso-8859-1" > > www.webfaction.com is Excellent. > Costs about USD 102.00 per year. > > I also tried Amazon's EC2 infrastructure and cannot complain. Costs around > 70 dollars per year. > > Martin.

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Daft question?
by Brian Munyao Longwe 26 Jan '12

26 Jan '12

Hi Skunk(ette)s, Can someone please explain to this aging techie what/how Lockerz - http://www.lockerz.com works? And whether all of it's functionality is applicable in a Kenyan context? *wipes drool from mouth* Mblayo -- Brian Munyao Longwe e-mail: blongwe(a)gmail.com cell: +254715964281 blog : http://zinjlog.blogspot.com meta-blog: http://mashilingi.blogspot.com

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Joyent VS Rackspace
by Paul Kevin 25 Jan '12

25 Jan '12

Hi, Currently have a 2GB cloud server at rackspace. With no server traffic, it costs me 7,000 Kshs per month. With Joyent, as I found here http://cloud-computing.findthebest.com/compare/6-14/Joyent-vs-Rackspace it will cost me 10,000 per monthy but with 10TB monthly traffic. What are your thoughts? Thanks

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Orange offers free Wikipedia access to mobile users in Africa
by Vincent Wayodi 25 Jan '12

25 Jan '12

http://www.engadget.com/2012/01/24/orange-offers-free-wikipedia-access-to-m…

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Re: [Skunkworks] Skunkworks Digest, Vol 15, Issue 202
by George Kirema 25 Jan '12

25 Jan '12

dont sent emaill mesages to me again ________________________________ From: "skunkworks-request(a)lists.my.co.ke" <skunkworks-request(a)lists.my.co.ke> To: skunkworks(a)lists.my.co.ke Sent: Sunday, May 22, 2011 2:00 AM Subject: Skunkworks Digest, Vol 15, Issue 202 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: Audio Social Network (Timothy Mutugi) 2. Re: Old ups (Peter Osotsi) 3. Re: Statistics (Solomon Mburu Kamau) 4. WARRANTIES MANAGEMENT (Anthony Kimani) ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Message: 1 Date: Sat, 21 May 2011 16:26:24 +0300 From: Timothy Mutugi <timothymutugi(a)gmail.com> To: Skunkworks Mailing List <skunkworks(a)lists.my.co.ke> Subject: Re: [Skunkworks] Audio Social Network Message-ID: <BANLkTi=igiT9HYzwgWESHwrysq-h3n_G0w(a)mail.gmail.com> Content-Type: text/plain; charset=windows-1252 I have just tried to play music from just one of my favorite bands i.e. katitu boys band, but it seems jango.com cannot find them... On 5/21/11, [ Brainiac ] <arebacollins(a)gmail.com> wrote: > yeah @kevin, if there is someone that can make apostrophed domains exist, it > is most likely @michuki. :-) > > On Fri, May 20, 2011 at 7:10 PM, <amarjit.labhuram(a)gmail.com> wrote: > >> Hahahaha...Kevo your mean!!hahaha!! >> >> Sent from my BlackBerry? >> >> -----Original Message----- >> From: Kevin Ouma <kevin.ouma(a)gmail.com> >> Sender: skunkworks-bounces(a)lists.my.co.ke >> Date: Fri, 20 May 2011 19:04:43 >> To: <michuki(a)swiftkenya.com>; Skunkworks Mailing List< >> skunkworks(a)lists.my.co.ke> >> Reply-To: Skunkworks Mailing List <skunkworks(a)lists.my.co.ke> >> Subject: Re: [Skunkworks] Audio Social Network >> >> _______________________________________________ >> Skunkworks mailing list >> Skunkworks(a)lists.my.co.ke >> 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 >> 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 >> > > > > -- > *?The twentieth century has been characterized by three developments of > great political importance: the growth of democracy, the growth of > corporate power, and the growth of corporate propaganda as a means of > protecting corporate power against democracy?* > > ~ Alex Carey ~ > > Tel No: 0x2af23696 > ------------------------------ Message: 2 Date: Sat, 21 May 2011 16:47:44 +0300 From: Peter Osotsi <peter.osotsi(a)gmail.com> To: Skunkworks Mailing List <skunkworks(a)lists.my.co.ke> Subject: Re: [Skunkworks] Old ups Message-ID: <BANLkTinFaBAcOyh2ytKjPG4M6zdToEdvkw(a)mail.gmail.com> Content-Type: text/plain; charset="iso-8859-1" Pesa ngapi? I have 4. 0721586109 On Sat, May 21, 2011 at 10:08 AM, george < theonlydamnedavailablename(a)gmail.com> wrote: > Morning skunks, > > Does anyone on the list sell old ups or know someone who does this? By > old I mean a spent one.. > > Regards,

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Apple Reports Record Breaking Q1 Revenues of $46.33 billion
by Philip Musyoki 25 Jan '12

25 Jan '12

There you have it. Apple announced record breaking Q1 revenues of $46.33 billion and earnings of $13.06 billion. On the way tp report revenues in excess of $200 billion at the end of financial year. 37 million iPhones sold, 15.4 million iPads and 5.2 million Macs. http://www.engadget.com/2012/01/24/apple-announces-q1-earnings/

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Kinect and you Android
by geoffrey gitagia 25 Jan '12

25 Jan '12

Now this is what you call smart projection .... http://www.engadget.com/2012/01/24/ice-cream-sandwich-gets-ready-for-its-cl… -- GG

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by Robert Kuria 25 Jan '12

25 Jan '12

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Part time Project Manager for Debt Management Software development required
by Jangita Nyagudi 25 Jan '12

25 Jan '12

Hello All Ronell Africa requires a project manager to manage a team of developers for 3 to 4 months in building a debt management and required software according to clients specifications. The successful candidate will report directly to the CEO The qualified candidate *must* have the following qualifications 1. Advanced experience with using debt management and recovery systems - preferably at banks or collection agencies 2. Must be able to visit client site regularly for updates and milestones during the period - twice or three times a week for an hour or so 3. Must be able to write manuals and help in training of the systems developed by the programmers 4. Must be able to perform systems analysis and talk to clients to find out their requirements and problems 5. Must be able to work with the programmers so programming experience will be a great plus. 6. Must have experience in management and decision making Interested and qualified candidates please send your cv to vacancies(a)ronellafrica.com Thanks J

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Samsung Galaxy S2 charger:
by Cikz 25 Jan '12

25 Jan '12

Somebody selling one..? Cikz.

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Auto Desk Products
by Joseph Maina 25 Jan '12

25 Jan '12

Guys am looking resellers of the following Auto Desk Products 1. Auto CAD 2012 2. Auto CAD LT 2012 Pricing will also be welcome Maina

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Verisign to Award New Infrastructure Research Grants
by Alice Munyua 25 Jan '12

25 Jan '12

(Apologies for cross posting) Dear Colleagues, This will be of interest. Best Alice http://verisigninc.com/en_US/news-events/press-room/articles/index.xhtml?ar… Verisign to Award New Infrastructure Research Grants /New Program Expands on Success of 2011 Grants, Focuses on Strengthening Infrastructure for Global Access and the Developing World/ (Marketwire) - RESTON, VA -- (MARKET WIRE) -- 01/17/2012 -- VeriSign, Inc. (NASDAQ: VRSN), the trusted provider of infrastructure for the networked world, today announced the expansion of a grant program designed to promote cutting-edge research into strengthening and improving the Internet's global infrastructure. This year's program will focus specifically on fostering infrastructure improvements that support safe and secure Internet access for users around the globe, especially in the developing world. In July 2012 Verisign will award two $200,000 grants to the researchers who submit the most compelling proposals focused on the infrastructural and access challenges facing developers, service providers and most importantly, users in the developing world and elsewhere. The 2012 grants represent a continuation and expansion of a successful grants program that concluded in October 2011. Full details of the grant program, including details on how to apply, are available at www.verisigninc.com/grants <http://www.verisigninc.com/grants>. "The continuing success of the Internet's global expansion will hinge on the existence of robust, secure and constantly improving core infrastructure," said Dr. Burt Kaliski, Jr., senior vice president and chief technology officer of Verisign. "Verisign has always been committed to upholding the stability and security of the Internet and is proud to support the research that will keep the infrastructure strong for the next billion Internet users in the developing world." Verisign launched the Infrastructure Grant Program in 2010 to coincide with a yearlong celebration of the 25th Anniversary of .Com. In the inaugural program, Verisign awarded four $75,000 grants (for a total of $300,000) to university researchers to support compelling infrastructure research projects. That program concluded in October 2011, when the four winning researchers presented their findings at a grant symposium at the Newseum in Washington, D.C. Building off of the success of the inaugural program, Verisign has both increased the size and narrowed the focus of the grants in 2012, soliciting research that focuses on the infrastructural and access challenges faced by users in the developing world and elsewhere. To judge the grant submissions, and determine the final grant awardees, Verisign is assembling a blue ribbon panel of experts who have played leading roles in developing the policies and technology that have supported the Internet's growth. The full list of judges will be posted in the coming weeks. Verisign will announce the winners of the 2012 Infrastructure grants in summer 2012. About Verisign VeriSign, Inc. (NASDAQ: VRSN) is the trusted provider of Internet infrastructure services for the networked world. Billions of times each day, Verisign helps companies and consumers all over the world connect between the dots. Additional news and information about the company is available at www.verisigninc.com <http://www.verisigninc.com>. Statements in this announcement other than historical data and information constitute forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 as amended and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 as amended. These statements involve risks and uncertainties that could cause Verisign's actual results to differ materially from those stated or implied by such forward-looking statements. The potential risks and uncertainties include, among others, the uncertainty of future revenue and profitability and potential fluctuations in quarterly operating results due to such factors as increasing competition, pricing pressure from competing services offered at prices below our prices and changes in marketing practices including those of third-party registrars; challenging global economic conditions; challenges to ongoing privatization of Internet administration; the outcome of legal or other challenges resulting from our activities or the activities of registrars or registrants; new or existing governmental laws and regulations; changes in customer behavior, Internet platforms and web-browsing patterns; the inability of Verisign to successfully develop and market new services; the uncertainty of whether our new services will achieve market acceptance or result in any revenues; system interruptions; security breaches; attacks on the Internet by hackers, viruses, or intentional acts of vandalism; the uncertainty of the expense and duration of transition services and requests for indemnification relating to completed divestitures; the uncertainty of whether Project Apollo will achieve its stated objectives; the impact of the introduction of new gTLDs; the uncertainty of whether the .com Registry Agreement renewal will occur by December 1, 2012, if at all; and when a Chief Financial Officer will be named. More information about potential factors that could affect the company's business and financial results is included in Verisign's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including in the Company's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2010, Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q and Current Reports on Form 8-K. Verisign undertakes no obligation to update any of the forward-looking statements after the date of this announcement. ©2012 VeriSign, Inc. All rights reserved. VERISIGN, the VERISIGN logo, and other trademarks, service marks, and designs are registered or unregistered trademarks of VeriSign, Inc. and its subsidiaries in the United States and in foreign countries. All other trademarks are property of their respective owners. Contact Us *Contact Us* For media inquiries, please contact us at +1-703-948-4179 or at pr(a)verisign.com <mailto:pr@verisign.com>

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All-in-one cpu
by Geofrey Karani 25 Jan '12

25 Jan '12

Hello guys, Am in need of the subject (a monitor with cpu embedded). Any leads or offers will be appreciated. Rgds, Karani

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motherboard Acer Laptop Aspire 4315-urgent
by steve thogo 25 Jan '12

25 Jan '12

pliz Guyz assist me nipate this motherboard-Urgent. contact me off-list if you have one.

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Kenya ICT Board kicks off business plan training at Strathmore
by Paul Kukubo 25 Jan '12

25 Jan '12

*Kenya ICT Board kicks off business plan training at Strathmore *** Business strategy training for the Tandaa Digital Content Grant shortlisted applicants is underway at Strathmore University. The training, which runs in batches from January 23 - February 3, 2012, seeks to impart business knowledge to shortlisted candidates from last year's Tandaa Digital Content Grant Call for Proposals. Understanding how to write a business plan, price products and develop a market penetration plan are some of the important business strategies that all entrepreneurs must understand. But for many founders of start-up companies in Kenya, opportunities to take courses to learn business strategy are few and far between. Time constraints for busy business owners and the high cost of quality business courses hinder many new entrepreneurs from taking such classes. But the value is undeniable, as participants at the Business Plan training sponsored by the Kenya ICT Board discovered. "I've learnt a lot," says Graham Muhunga of SMSVoices, "Having a good idea doesn't mean you'll make money. I'm learning to think differently about our business." Muhunga, who represents one of the companies that was shortlisted for the Tandaa Digital Content Grant, finds that one of the valuable things he has learnt is the importance of research and correctly identifying the industry their business is actually in. "Our courses are designed to be interactive and hands-on," says Dr Monica Kerrett, Program Director for the project at Strathmore. "Participants are encouraged to talk about their business idea as a core part of the curriculum. It has been refreshing to hear the participants share challenges and give each other tips and feedback." The Kenya ICT Board announced the top 150 applicants to the Tandaa Digital Content Grant Call for Proposals in September 2011. This is the second round of granting the Kenya ICT Board is offering to fund development of digital content and services in Kenya. The Call for Proposals for the second round of the Digital Content Grant focused on ideas for solutions that use web and mobile technology. After selecting the top ideas, the Kenya ICT Board is now exposing the entrepreneurs to essential business strategies to help them design their business plans. After submitting complete business plans, a maximum of 40 finalists will be selected to receive grants of up to $50,000 each to develop their digital content products. "In the first round of the Tandaa Grant we received many good ideas from passionate entrepreneurs," explains Kaburo Kobia, Project Manager for Local Digital Content at the Kenya ICT Board, "But for many, the business side of the proposals were not as strong." In response to the challenges applicants had with developing business plans, the Kenya ICT Board introduced the training component to the Grant Call for Proposal process. The Kenya ICT Board hopes that the training will not only increase the quality of proposals received but have a lasting impact on the applicants and equip them with skills they need to successfully grow their business. ends Paul Kukubo Chief Executive Officer, Kenya ICT Board PO Box 27150 - 00100 Nairobi, Kenya 12th Floor, Teleposta Towers Koinange Street Tel +254 20 2089061, +254 20 2211960 Fax: +254 20 2211962 website: www.ict.go.ke local content project: www.tandaa.co.ke, www.facebook.com/tandaakenya twitter:@tandaaKENYA BPO Project: www. doitinkenya.co.ke Digital Villages Project: www.pasha.co.ke personal contacts _______________ Cell: + 254 717 180001 skype: kukubopaul googletalk: pkukubo personal blog: www.paulkukubo.co.ke personal twitter: @pkukubo ____________________ Vision: Kenya becomes a top ten global ICT hub Mission: To champion and actively enable Kenya to adopt and exploit ICT, through promotion of partnerships, investments and infrastructure growth for socio economic enrichment

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MAC OS X retailers
by Kennedy Kairaria 24 Jan '12

24 Jan '12

Hi, Where can I get a copy of Mac OS X (leopard or Lion)? Ken

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Want to market your software to Americans?
by Crystal Watley Kigoni 24 Jan '12

24 Jan '12

Hi ya'll. Sorry to be so quiet. Life is full of twists and turns! I am creating a new online store in the US and want to feature software MADE IN AFRICA (especially Kenya) and want to know who may want to offer their software to the US market online. Just let me know. Blessings, Crystal -- Crystal Watley Kigoni Africa Liaison Voices of Africa Foundation crystal(a)voicesofafrica.org http://www.voicesofafrica.org/ Twitter: VOA4SD Skype: crystal.naliaka Facebook group: Voices of Africa<http://www.facebook.com/home.php?sk=group_103722386364001&ap=1#%21/group.ph…> Facebook cause: Voices of Africa<http://www.causes.com/causes/102634-voices-of-africa-for-sustainable-develo…> YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/user/CrystalKigoni LinkedIn <http://www.linkedin.com/profile/view?id=20585778&trk=tab_pro> "You must be the change you wish to see" - Gandhi

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over 600, 000 thousand schools in Turkey to use LibreOffice
by Evans Ikua 24 Jan '12

24 Jan '12

Very interesting stuff here and food for thought. Please see this link: http://www.pardusworld.com/project-fatih-and-pardus/ Important point is that the Turkish Government has been developing its own Linux Distro, called Pardus, which is used in many government departments. This reminds me of the Red Flag Linux distro being used in China, with some interesting stuff about it on Wikipedia going like "During a brief standoff with Microsoft in January in a year-length series of increasing tensions believed to have been tied to Microsoft's perceived mismanagement of its Microsoft Venus <http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Microsoft_Venus> venture, Chinese governmental ministries were ordered to uninstall Windows 2000<http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Windows_2000>from their computers in favor of Red Flag Linux. [1] <http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Red_Flag_Linux#cite_note-cnn-0>"

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ICC website slashdotted
by lordmwesh 24 Jan '12

24 Jan '12

ICC website http://www.icc-cpi.int/Menus/ICC has been slashdotted. I though it was only KNEC.ac.ke that cannot keep up with high traffic? -- ______________________ Mwendwa Kivuva For Business Development Transworld Computer Channels Cel: 0722402248 twitter.com/lordmwesh transworldAfrica.com | Fluent in computing kenya.or.ke | The Kenya we know

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Corporate sales executive Position
by Moses 24 Jan '12

24 Jan '12

Hi Guys, If you have anyone fitting this profile, kindly as them to send their CV to my email address immediately. Corporate sales executive. Requirements: * University Degree. • Familiarity with the Information Technology and technology services. • Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills. • Thorough understanding of the sales process. . Familiarity with software solutions. • Team player but also be able to take charge of additional responsibilities and excel with minimum supervision. Kind regards, Moses.

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Microft Licenses
by kimondo Duncan 24 Jan '12

24 Jan '12

Skunks, I need genuine windows 7 licenses. I would like to compare proffessional and enterprise in terms of pricing. For those dealing in them ,kindly email to my inbox or contacts of people dealing in them . And also include Microsoft office 2007. I have a round 70 computers. is microsoft still selling Xp licenses. If they are still in the market include the license price for I have some slow computers. Duncan.

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parabolic grid antenna 24Dbi
by Yast Labs 24 Jan '12

24 Jan '12

hey skunks i got a parabolic grid antenna 24Dbi whick can used for a point to point wireless connnection.contact if interested. i also got the following in stock laptop bags,printers,nanostations,tp-link cpe,tfts,laptops visit www.yastlabs.co.ke for more. -- Regards, Kenneth Njuguna, Sales Executive, YastLabs Computer Solutions, 0723511949,0789467090 http://www.yastlabs.co.ke

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Re: [Skunkworks] NEED OF A POWER SUPPLY
by wambugu esther 24 Jan '12

24 Jan '12

Hey guys in need of the following power supply,for buy or hire. 7000679-0000 - 730W Power Supply (REDUNDANT) for Dell PowerEdge 2600 -- Best regards Esther Wambugu

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Mfi Contacts
by kimondo Duncan 24 Jan '12

24 Jan '12

Skunks, I need to contact MFI but the contacts in their website are not working. Kindly assist. Duncan

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Re: [Skunkworks] Skunkworks Digest, Vol 23, Issue 222
by William Muriithi 24 Jan '12

24 Jan '12

> > Signs that the new constitution wasn't fully thought thru before > implementation. Now I have a bead against this. Ever cared to google if other countries had a similar clause in their law? I challenge you to find a couple of countries without a similar clause. The thing is, such clause are to protect the minority. This is actually not the only law that seem odd but really based on fairness. And no, they will not prevent him from choosing a Christian candidate, but he should not be too explicit about it. An anology of this is specifying a candidate should be white because most of the business clients are white. Ah, now I hear you whining > This ....along with the warrant on Bashir... a result of automatically > accepting international law, which in this case has the ability to turn > allies into undesired enemies. > Dude, there is no law that don't have problems, what's really important is that the benefits outway the detriments. And most people including Kenyans approves of ICC Anyway, seen too many people in Kenya that volunteer information that's not appreciate. CVs with age, race, religion, height, single or married, sex, race and sexual orientation are a no no in most countries. Whether that make sense any more when everybody except me have posted all the info on Facebook is a story of another day:) > > > > _______________________________________________ > > *Without requirements or design, > programming is the art of adding bugs to an empty text file.* > _______________________________________________ > * > > * > > > > 2012/1/23 <muteti(a)gmail.com> > > > Anyone here, an employer, who will stand up and tell us they do not have > > their own criteria for hiring that is very peculiar to their liking can > > cast the first stone. > > > > I have a few guys in mind who meet the requirements and I will forward > > this to them. > > > > Sent from my BlackBerry? > > > > -----Original Message----- > > From: "David Kiania | Asentric Consulting Ltd" <kianiadee(a)gmail.com> > > Sender: skunkworks-bounces(a)lists.my.co.ke > > Date: Mon, 23 Jan 2012 22:51:14 > > To: Skunkworks Mailing List<skunkworks(a)lists.my.co.ke> > > Reply-To: Skunkworks Mailing List <skunkworks(a)lists.my.co.ke> > > Subject: Re: [Skunkworks] [ADVERT] Required Entry Level Web Developer and > > IT > > Support Personnel > > > > Guess what we can yap all we want yet the company will hire someone > > based on the criteria they want, based on their criteria. > > > > If anyone is passionate enough seek legal redress. > > > > > > On Mon, Jan 23, 2012 at 10:47 PM, Phares Kariuki <pkariuki(a)gmail.com> > > wrote: > > > My question to you is one of Faith... Jesus worked with tax collectors > > and prostitutes... Isn't it inherently hypocritical for a faith that claims > > to be in the business of saving souls to refuse to work with someone on the > > basis of their lack of faith? Charity begins at home... > > > -- > > > > > > Regards, > > > > > > Phares Kaboro Kariuki > > > > > > -----Original Message----- > > > From: Steve Obbayi <steve(a)sobbayi.com> > > > Sender: skunkworks-bounces(a)lists.my.co.ke > > > Date: Mon, 23 Jan 2012 22:34:10 > > > To: Skunkworks Mailing List<skunkworks(a)lists.my.co.ke> > > > Reply-To: Skunkworks Mailing List <skunkworks(a)lists.my.co.ke> > > > Subject: Re: [Skunkworks] [ADVERT] Required Entry Level Web Developer > > and IT > > > Support Personnel > > > > > > _______________________________________________ > > > 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 > > > > > > > > -- > > > > > > [Asentric Consulting Ltd] > > > > http://shutterdiplomacy.wordpress.com > > > > I ask not for a lighter burden, but for broader shoulders. -Jewish proverb > > _______________________________________________ > > 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 > > >

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eCommerce sites in Kenya
by Robert Kuria 23 Jan '12

23 Jan '12

any idea which sites in Kenya do offer eCommerce like rupu.co.ke does? -- Kind Regards, Robert Kuria.

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Job Vacancy
by Simon Mbuthia 23 Jan '12

23 Jan '12

Hi people, A friend asked me for referrals for someone with experience in Oracle and networking. That's the much I was told. Gross salary is around 80K. For more information, kindly DO NOT CONTACT ME, but send an email or your CV to Rama: ramadhan.kitsao(a)amayakenya.com Rgds & best of luck, Me.

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laptops for sale
by Yast Labs 23 Jan '12

23 Jan '12

hey skunks i got the following laptops on sale HP DM4-1265dx,core i52.5Ghz,4GB,640GB,wifi,webcam,dvdrw blueray Toshiba C655 2.1Ghz dual core,4GB,320GB,webcam,wifi,dvdrw HP 630 corei3 2.5Ghz,2GB,320GB,webcam,wifi,dvdrw+bag Toshiba c660 2.1Ghz celeron duo-core,2GB,500GB,webcam,wifi,dvdrw HP pavillion 2000 2.1Ghz,3GB,320GB,wifi,webcam,dvdrw,win 7 all brand new with one year warranty and many other items visit www.yastlabs.co.ke for more. -- Regards, Kenneth Njuguna, Sales Executive, YastLabs Computer Solutions, 0723511949,0789467090 http://www.yastlabs.co.ke

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WiFi Survellaince Cameras
by Odhiambo Washington 23 Jan '12

23 Jan '12

Is there a local supplier for these? I am looking for the miniature types, possibly powered by a rechargeable battery, accessible using _any_ browser, not just IE.. Yes, I need to do some spying in a warehouse! -- Best regards, Odhiambo WASHINGTON, Nairobi,KE +254733744121/+254722743223 _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ I can't hear you -- I'm using the scrambler. Please consider the environment before printing this email.

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Wanted: Adobe InDesign
by Garr Patronas 23 Jan '12

23 Jan '12

Skunks, Where can I get a legit copy of Adobe InDesign? I prefer local sources. What is the **average** price? Thanks all. GPatronas

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PS3 downgrade in Kenya
by Omingo Obiko 23 Jan '12

23 Jan '12

Skunk(ette)s, Anyone in .ke been able to do a PS3 downgrade? I have one with 3.70 OFW. Is it all possible without a hardware hack, I mean apart from using the E3 Flasher/Dongle... -- Sent from my mobile device OO www.omingoobiko.com

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Scanner quotations
by Andrew Kerich 23 Jan '12

23 Jan '12

Hi, I am looking for a scanner with below features: • a scanner with a straight-through flat paper path from document feeder to output tray i.e no curves in the path around which a bit of paper can get stuck. • A flatbed for awkward/torn/flimsy items. • Should scan both sides at once. • Support colour scanning. • Preferably A scanner with Kofax VRS driver software bundled • Should do around 2800 pages/day comfortably Please include quotes for Fujitsu fi-6230, fi-6670 and fi-6770 if possible Pls inbox. Rgds Kerich

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Advanced PHP/MySQL Developer Needed
by Jangita Nyagudi 23 Jan '12

23 Jan '12

Hello All, Ronell Africa is seeking a PHP/MySQL developer for full time, monthly pay, work - at - home developer with the following qualifications 1. Advanced knowledge in PHP/MySQL :) 2. Must be able to work at client sites when required 3. Must have knowledge in up and working with debian linux 4. Must have the capability to work offsite (basically have their own laptop, modem and mobile phone), in return, we would not require you to work 8 to 5 at office 5. Must have passport and be willing to travel when required 6. Must have at least 5 years experience in developing and supporting PHP/MySQL systems 7. Must be able to follow instructions and be a team player 8. Must have good communication skills Interested and qualified applicants please apply to vacancies(a)ronellafrica.com Only qualified and shortlisted applicants will be contacted. Thanks guys, J

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Microfit
by Evans Ikua 23 Jan '12

23 Jan '12

I have a client who is looking for Microfit, which I realize is a software for applied Econometrics, whatever that is! Anyone with some pointers please get in touch. Evans

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Sony PRS-650 eReader for sale
by Simon Mbuthia 23 Jan '12

23 Jan '12

Hey people, I am selling the subject device for KES 10,000/-. It is of course used but in good condition. It is silver in colour and contains a number of best sellers and has the following features: - 6 inch touch screen (e-Ink Pearl technology) 800 x 600 grey-scale - Supports TXT, PDF, EPUB, JPEG, PNG, GIF, BMP, RTF and MP3 formats - 3.5 inch audio jack (for audiobooks or listening to music while you read) - 1.5 GB memory (can hold hundreds of eBooks) - Expansion slots for Memory Stick Duo and SD card up to 32GB. - Built-in dictionaries - Leather cover For more details, click here <http://goo.gl/XKdHN> or contact me off-list. Simon Mbuthia

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Dual display on MacBook Pro
by Peter Karunyu 23 Jan '12

23 Jan '12

Good people, Anyone know how I can setup a dual monitor setup on a 2011 MBP without using Apple cinema displays or those USB adapters? Ideally, using hardware available locally.

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ACTA fill force border searches of laptops, smartphones for pirated content
by wool row 22 Jan '12

22 Jan '12

Hello, Do you guys think this is going too far? http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Anti-Counterfeiting_Trade_Agreement#Border_sea… -- Endless

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Africa's 1st data journalism bootcamp is looking for civic-minded developers / coders
by stephen wanjau 22 Jan '12

22 Jan '12

---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: Justin Arenstein <justinarenstein(a)gmail.com> Date: Sat, Jan 21, 2012 at 8:22 PM Subject: Africa's 1st data journalism bootcamp is looking for civic-minded developers / coders To: community-kenya(a)lists.mozilla.org Africa's 1st data journalism bootcamp is looking for civic-minded developers / coders Africa's 1st data journalism bootcamp is offering free seats to 25 developers / coders who are interested in building apps for civic media / open data audiences. The event is scheduled for Nairobi between January 25 - 27, 2012, and is underwritten by the region's largest media houses. The bootcamp will be led by some of the world's most senior trainers from the BBC, Google, and the Open Knowledge Foundation. Participants will each receive a free copy of Guardian data editor Simon Roger's new book, Fasts are Sacred - the Power of Data, and will be in line to win Galaxy Tabs after the workshop's two major project sessions. Participants will also get tips on how to enter the new $1m African News Innovation Challenge and the new Data Journalism Awards. The bootcamp will bring together 50 journalists with 25 young local developers / coders, and will seek to teach them now to work in teams to build news-driven mobile apps and civic engagement websites using the KODI resources already available to Kenyans, plus additional resources from the World Bank and the Open Knowledge Foundation in Germany, plus other global organisations. The best project from the bootcamp will qualify for a $2,000 seed grant, to allow the team to build a fully-functional prototype. Some of the news-driven civic apps and 'utility news' sites built in similar data journalism initiatives elsewhere in the world include Where Did My Tax Dollars Go and the Lord's Resistance Army Crisis Tracker and Country Sin Rankings. Bootcamp participants will be invited to help launch HacksHackers.com's new Kenyan chapter so that they can continue to expand their digital journalism skills. The initiative is underwritten by the continent's largest association of media owners, the African Media Initiative (AMI), and the World Bank Institute (WBI). To confirm your seat, you need to commit to attend all three days of the bootcamp at Strathmore University's computer school. You should reserve your seat by replying to this email, confirming the following information: [1] Your name [2] Your organisational affiliation & job designation (if relevant) [3] Your email address & mobile number [4] An indication of your computer skills [5] An indication of whether you've got any open data / civic media / data journalism experience Seats will be allocated on a first come, first served basis. You should therefore reply as soon as possible. Regards, Justin Arenstein AMI digital strategist SA Mobile: +27-82-374-0812 US Mobile: +1-650-336-5878 Skype: JustinArenstein Twitter: JustinArenstein Web: http://www.linkedin.com/in/JustinArenstein _______________________________________________ community-kenya mailing list community-kenya(a)lists.mozilla.org https://lists.mozilla.org/listinfo/community-kenya -- *"Better Late Than Never, But Never Late is Better"* My Blog <http://uwanja.wordpress.com> | @uwanja <https://twitter.com/#%21/uwanja>| Facebook <http://www.facebook.com/swanjau> | This message represents the official view of the voices in my head.

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Blog creation...
by Lawrence Kago 21 Jan '12

21 Jan '12

What does it require to come up with one? -- *W/Regards *Lawrence * Fear Not,For the Lord God is with you..*

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Internship for IMIS Doctor
by Calvin Omari 21 Jan '12

21 Jan '12

Hi Techies, I friend who has just finished her Bachelors of Medicine and Surgery with IMIS Qualifications is looking for an IT internship position for three months before she is posted to north eastern or eastern if any one is need of an intern please get in touch offlist -- Our greatest fear is not that we are inadequate, but that we are powerful beyond measure. It is our light, not our darkness, that frightens us. Calvin Omari Systems Software Developer http://www.facebook.com/barongo

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[AD - For Sale] Mecer Laptop
by David Mugo 21 Jan '12

21 Jan '12

Guys, I'm selling a Mecer Laptop with the specs below: 2GHZ PROCESSOR (INTEL P6100) 2GB RAM 320GB HDD 15.5" SCREEN WEB CAM HDMI 3 USB PORTS SUPER DRIVE AND THE USUALS, BLACK IN COLOR. Asking for 26k, contact me offlist if interested. Or call 0722334955. -- ------------- David Mugo, ICT & E-Commerce Consultant, http://majibu.com Twitter: @raidarmax

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SOPA Is Dead: Smith Pulls Bill
by Paul Kevin 21 Jan '12

21 Jan '12

http://mashable.com/2012/01/20/sopa-is-dead-smith-pulls-bill/

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Dell streak for sale
by Nicholas Mutinda 20 Jan '12

20 Jan '12

I am selling my dell streak, specs below [image: Dell Streak MORE PICTURES] http://www.gsmarena.com/dell_streak-3353.php it comes with a beautiful otter box to protect it from those accidental drops, see below http://www.otterbox.com/Dell-Streak-Defender-Series-Case/DEL2-STRK1,default… And for your car it comes with the cradle and dash mount as shown below (please note that it does not include the adapter and cable as shown) [image: Streak Accessories: Streak Tablet Car Docking Kit (Cradle, Dash Mount, Adapter, 30pin/USB Cable)] http://accessories.euro.dell.com/sna/productdetail.aspx?c=uk&l=en&s=dhs&cs=… And for your travel to different countries, this set of adapters means that you can charge the phone with ease. Inbox me if you are interested. -- Regards, Mutua Nicholas *He owns, I manage.*

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Re: [Skunkworks] [Security Forum] STOLEN ENCRYPTED LAPTOPS
by Gichuki John Chuksjonia 20 Jan '12

20 Jan '12

Thankx sana guys. We are coping... On Thu, Jan 19, 2012 at 7:12 PM, Karuku, Bob <bobkaruku(a)gmail.com> wrote: > Pole Sana Chuks. Hope you manage to get it back. > Sent from my BlackBerry® SmartPhone > > -----Original Message----- > From: Victor Akidiva <akidiva(a)gmail.com> > Sender: security-bounces(a)lists.my.co.ke > Date: Thu, 19 Jan 2012 15:06:12 > To: Security Forum All information security discussions in Africa are done here (Hacking, Decryptions, Security management, physical security, Disastor Recovery, Security Assessments etc etc)<security(a)lists.my.co.ke> > Reply-To: "Security Forum All information security discussions in Africa are > done here $Hacking, Decryptions, Security management, > physical security, Disastor Recovery, > Security Assessments etc etc$" <security(a)lists.my.co.ke> > Subject: Re: [Security Forum] [Skunkworks] STOLEN ENCRYPTED LAPTOPS > > _______________________________________________ > Security mailing list > Security(a)lists.my.co.ke > http://lists.my.co.ke/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/security > > _______________________________________________ > Security mailing list > Security(a)lists.my.co.ke > http://lists.my.co.ke/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/security -- -- Gichuki John Ndirangu, C.E.H , C.P.T.P, O.S.C.P I.T Security Analyst and Penetration Tester jgichuki at inbox d0t com {FORUM}http://lists.my.co.ke/pipermail/security/ http://chuksjonia.blogspot.com/

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The Megaupload Story - I read mischief
by Simon Mbuthia 20 Jan '12

20 Jan '12

Guys, I believe [perhaps with the exception of Steve Ndung'u - no offense :)] that ya'll are aware of MegaUpload's closure and the arrest of its top officials. I've been reading up on the whole thing and what I know or have so far found is that: - MegaUpload does the same stuff as a number of other filesharing sites such as rapidshare.com, depositfiles.com etc (not to mention P2P which does more or less the same thing, albeit without revenues going to anyone in particular) - MegaUpload signed a deal with a number of artists like The Game, Macy Gray etc to do a viral campaign for MegaUpload (see the MegaUpload song<http://www.google.com/search?q=the+megaupload+song> ) - The artists involved in the above campaign are all signed with UMG, one of the "top three" in the music industry - UMG instructed YouTube to take down the MegaUpload song video. Kim Schmitz (MegaUpload founder) asks what authority UMG has to issue takedown notices to YouTube over material owned exclusively by MegaUpload - UMG must be really big powerful. Vivendi owns UMG, therefore Vivendi must be quite big and uber-powerful Now my questions are as follows: - Who owns Vivendi? - Why is MegaUpload being targeted by feds? Don't give me that SOPA/PIPA/copyright stuff because rapidshare and its likes are still up Is there something we're not being told here? By the way, I've tried to find out who owns Vivendi and all I am getting is info on what Vivendi owns (and they own A LOT). It's like MegaUpload took some of UMG's "babies" and told them "Hey, I'll pay you to help me do a viral campaign for me, although guys use me to pirate your [or your mother - UMG's ] music. UMG wasn't pleased and the whole thing appears to have some political twist to it. What are your thoughts? And who do you think owns Vivendi [just curious]? S.

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EXcel error msg "Do you want to save changes you made......"
by Chege 20 Jan '12

20 Jan '12

Dear Skunks, Am receiving this msg from some pcs when i open an excel document even without making any changes ..anyone has a solution to this .. EXcel error msg "Do you want to save changes you made......" rgds Chege

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Israeli hackers take down Arab bank sites
by John Doe Smith Kamau KipNg'etich Jones 20 Jan '12

20 Jan '12

The Central Bank of the United Arab Emirates and the Gaza-based Arab Bank are both down at the time of writing, the latest victims in an escalating tit-for-tat war between Israeli and Arab hackers. Before the attacks, a group calling itself IDF-Team posted a message on Pastebin warning that the banks would be targeted in retaliation for an earlier hit on Israel's anti-drug authority's site. read more <http://bit.ly/y5d7Ok>

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Iphone 4s launched in Kenya
by Kevin Omondi 20 Jan '12

20 Jan '12

Orange has finally launched the iPhone 4S into the Kenyan market. Iphone 4S 16GB model at KSh 74,899, 32GB model at KSh 87,999 and the 64GB model at KSh 101,499. I reserve my comments on the pricing strategy.

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Anonymous hits back
by Jimmy Thuo 20 Jan '12

20 Jan '12

http://gizmodo.com/5877679/anonymous-kills-department-of-justice-site-in-me… This guys are the new revolution -- Best Regards Jimmy Thuo

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Gym Software
by James Kagwe 20 Jan '12

20 Jan '12

Good afternoon, My client needs to automate a gym and requires a software to do that. Some of the functionalities desired are; Members management,Members details, Fees Details, members attendance etc. Maintain an electronic booking chart. Members Access cards management. Keep staff details i.e attendance and payments. Capability to generate various daily reports If you have one, please contact me off list. Opensource solutions are also welcome. regards, James

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Apple Launches iBooks 2
by Philip Musyoki 20 Jan '12

20 Jan '12

Apple has today launched iBooks 2 that will let authors publish books to the iBookstore. This has a lot of potential, especially if authors and authors to be can bypass the complex book publishing system controlled by a few publishers. It is not easy to be author, that is if you are will to tow the Apple line. Books published on the iBookstore will have to be exclusive to Apple.

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Yammer-like Software for KE
by Kelvin 20 Jan '12

20 Jan '12

Hey Skunks Do you think there is market for Yammer-like software in KE? (https://www.yammer.com/) I was thinking it could be useful for companies with a large force of salespeople in the field. Would be cool to have the ability fo said salespeople to text some number and update their managers/colleagues in the office. What do you think? Does anything of this sort exist locally? Kelvin www.likechapaa.com <http://www.dukapress.com>www.dukapress.org

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Microsoft Bans Linux On ARM PCs
by maina 20 Jan '12

20 Jan '12

So they want to control how we use our comps? -- David Maina. P. O. Box 8310-00200, NAIROBI, KENYA.. Cell:+254-721-950073. Registered Linux User #407239. ---------------------------------------------------------------------- "By golly, I'm beginning to think Linux really *is* the best thing since sliced bread."

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Over 100 Government websites hacked - http://code-security.net/archives/114#comment-63
by Ben mukash 20 Jan '12

20 Jan '12

http://code-security.net/archives/114#comment-63

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IT Audit Manager
by Stephen 20 Jan '12

20 Jan '12

> Hi Good people, > > If you are interested, or know anyone who's interested... The position closes on 27 Jan 2012 Sent from my iPad Begin forwarded message: > > -- > > > ---------- Forwarded message ---------- > From: Ira Kaviti <irakaviti(a)gmail.com> > Date: 20 January 2012 10:23 > Subject: IT Audit Manager > To: mjwbrian(a)gmail.com > > > > Brian, > > The position is advertised in the following link; > > http://www.cfclife-kenya.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=1… > > It serves several companies in the group including in Tanzania and Uganda. > > Please forward to your former colleagues in PwC. > > Regards, > > Ira > > > > Anita > > > View/reply to this message > Don't want to receive e-mail notifications? Adjust your message settings. > > © 2011, LinkedIn Corporation > > > > > > >

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Fwd: [PK] SOFTWARE FOR A MINI SUPERMARKET
by Bonny Moses 20 Jan '12

20 Jan '12

---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: Gitau Nahashon <gnash978(a)gmail.com> Date: Thu, Jan 19, 2012 at 11:58 PM Subject: [PK] SOFTWARE FOR A MINI SUPERMARKET To: Progressive-Kenyans <progressive-kenyans(a)googlegroups.com>, youngprofessionals_ke(a)googlegroups.com Good people, Anyone who has the above urgently contact me. It should be able to handle VAT ETR, point of sale and so on. Call me on 0700 058 630 Kind Regards, Nahashon *“Buy on the fringe and wait. Buy land near a growing city! Buy real estate when other people want to sell. Hold what you buy!” -John Jacob Astor * -- ************************************************************************************************* For personalized residential, commercial and specialized cleaning services, contact ALLBRITE CLEANERS on 254(20)246 6612 or 0721 934 669 / cleaners.allbrite(a)gmail.com / Allbritecleaners.kbo.co.ke ************************************************************************************************* CARHIRE IN KISUMU CALL 0725-942054: TO ADVERTISE HERE: email: amosogal @ gmail.com ************************************************************************************************* You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Progressive Kenyans" group. To subscribe from this group, send email to progressive-kenyans+subscribe(a)googlegroups.com: To unsubscribe from this group, send email to progressive-kenyans+unsubscribe(a)googlegroups.com -- Best regards, Bonny ................................................................................................................................... Please consider the environment before printing this email. <http://www.unhabitat.org/>

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Re: [Skunkworks] US Govt Websites hacked
by Brian Munyao Longwe 20 Jan '12

20 Jan '12

Anonymous statement regarding the US Govt websites and music industry sites that have been taken down. On Fri, Jan 20, 2012 at 6:32 AM, Brian Munyao Longwe <blongwe(a)gmail.com>wrote: Not that it's any consolation but FBI sites have been hacked. > > "Anonymous retaliates against feds - takes down multiple sites" > http://gizmo.do/xLc4Aa > > > On Wednesday, January 18, 2012, John Gitau <jgitau(a)gmail.com> wrote: > > This goes beyond government: > > eg its not unheard of for a company/govt to spend money on a data center > or other infrastructure, then outsource the very services that should be in > that DC to some US/foreign company for quick bucks, or because it makes > 'sense'. > > - Our users take up a service, the log files are shipped to the 'cloud', > we read about Kenyan statistics from some foreigner just because no one > analyses it here, oh and you have no access to it. Today facebook can tell > you all manner of things about our habits, ditto google. We then go buy > trend reports. I've spent countless hrs trying to convince someone at work > that 'raw data and log files' are a raw material of immense value. > > - a trend thats seeing alot of foreign funding for technology startups > will probably see more 'profits' flying away while a couple of Kenyans with > money can't/don't want to/don't know how to take advantage of the said > opportunities. > > - Regionally quite a number of people look up to us to show the way > forward. > > > > However in all these problems, Im seeing a trend where things keep > improving - slowly. And yes cyber security is going to be a challenge but > we can get through it if the affected people talk to the right people. Im > also happy with that. And to be fair I've not done much to improve things > so far. > > > > Gitau > > > > On Tue, Jan 17, 2012 at 5:55 PM, Walubengo J <jwalu(a)yahoo.com> wrote: > >> > >> @ Wash, > >> > >> true - not so critical data maybe on these site. HOWEVER, I join Mblayo > in taking the shame because it is matter of time before critical data seats > on these platforms/cloud. And if we can protect our entry level websites, > then who knows who will protect our serious data in the near future... > >> > >> It is one thing to be brought down - it happens even to US DoD > (military). It quite another to stay down - 12hrs and still counting? > >> > >> Vincent and Company @ CCK, arent we paying you public chums to run the > National CSIRT protect our cyberspace? Or maybe we should get NSIS to > blame? Either way I want my refund ;-) > >> > >> walu. > >> > >> > >> --- On Tue, 1/17/12, McTim <dogwallah(a)gmail.com> wrote: > >> > >> From: McTim <dogwallah(a)gmail.com> > >> Subject: Re: [kictanet] Government website Hacking incident a crying > shame > >> To: jwalu(a)yahoo.com > >> Cc: "KICTAnet ICT Policy Discussions" <kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> > >> Date: Tuesday, January 17, 2012, 5:37 PM > >> > >> http://code-security.net/archives/114 > >> > >> > >> go.ke Websites in Kenya brought down. > >> > >> Whole list below. > >> > >> http://www.administrationpolice.go.ke/index.html > >> > >> http://www.aideffectiveness.go.ke/index.html > >> > >> http://www.bungomacounty.go.ke/index.html > >> > >> http://www.businesslicense.go.ke/index.html > >> > >> http://www.cak.go.ke/index.html > >> > >> http://www.commstaskforce.go.ke/index.html > >> > >> http://www.cooperative.go.ke/index.html > >> > >> http://www.crd.go.ke/index.html > >> > >> http://www.crisisrcentre.go.ke/index.html > >> > >> http://www.ditkenya.go.ke/index.html > >> > >> http://www.doshs.go.ke/index.html > >> > >> http://www.economicstimulus.go.ke/index.html > >> > >> http://www.eldoretmunicipal.go.ke/index.html > >> > >> http://www.emu.go.ke/index.html > >> > >> http://www.education.go.ke/index.html > >> > >> http://www.environment.go.ke/index.html > >> > >> http://www.filmservices.go.ke/index.html > >> > >> http://www.fisheries.go.ke/index.html > >> > >> http://www.forestryandwildlife.go.ke/index.html > >> > >> http://www.gender.go.ke/index.html > >> > >> http://www.governmentpress.go.ke/index.html > >> > >> http://www.greenenergy.go.ke/index.html > >> > >> http://www.housing.go.ke/index.html > >> > >> http://www.ifmis.go.ke/index.html > >> > >> http://www.immigration.go.ke/index.html > >> > >> http://www.industrialization.go.ke/index.html > >> > >> Unsubscribe or change your options at > http://lists.kictanet.or.ke/mailman/options/kictanet/jgitau%40gmail.com > >> > >> The Kenya ICT Action Network (KICTANet) is a multi-stakeholder platform > for people and institutions interested and involved in ICT policy and > regulation. The network aims to act as a catalyst for reform in the ICT > sector in support of the national aim of ICT enabled growth and development. > >> > >> KICTANetiquette : Adhere to the same standards of acceptable behaviors > online that you follow in real life: respect people's times and bandwidth, > share knowledge, don't flame or abuse or personalize, respect privacy, do > not spam, do not market your wares or qualifications. > > > > > > > > -- > > **Gitau > > > > -- > Brian Munyao Longwe > e-mail: blongwe(a)gmail.com > cell: +254715964281 > blog : http://zinjlog.blogspot.com > meta-blog: http://mashilingi.blogspot.com > -- Brian Munyao Longwe e-mail: blongwe(a)gmail.com cell: +254715964281 blog : http://zinjlog.blogspot.com meta-blog: http://mashilingi.blogspot.com

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linux and enterprise
by Theus Owuor 20 Jan '12

20 Jan '12

http://www.pcworld.com/businesscenter/article/248410/linux_is_reaching_new_…

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FBI Shutdown Megaupload and Anonymous Retaliates
by David Njuki 20 Jan '12

20 Jan '12

It starts getting interesting ... http://www.fbi.gov/news/pressrel/press-releases/justice-department-charges-… http://gizmodo.com/5877679/anonymous-kills-department-of-justice-site-in-me… -- ˙˙˙˙˙˙˙˙˙˙˙˙˙˙˙˙˙˙˙˙˙˙˙ Regards, David Njuki @njukey [Google,Twitter,Yahoo]

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New Unlimited Data Rates from Orange
by Philip Musyoki 19 Jan '12

19 Jan '12

It seems we have new unlimited data rates from Orange. KES 990 per week and KES 2,990 for a month. These bundles have a Fair Usage Policy though I can't seem to find what those are. Anyone know the FUP limit and bandwidth they throttle to once this limit has been hit?

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KCB Visa Online / Airtel not working?
by Omingo Obiko 19 Jan '12

19 Jan '12

Hey folks, I've been very frustrated for the last two days. Been trying to make a payment using my KCB QuickServe Visa Card, which I've used before, but it is not working. I've been to their offices and wasn't too keen on teaching their CC how it works so that they can help. So I got an airtel line and tried their AirtelMoney CreditCard service which appears not to work too. Airtel CC say 'their engineers are working on it and should be back in 12 hours'. 12 FRIGGIN HOURS! Anyone successfully transacting on either of the two platforms? -- OO www.omingoobiko.com

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ERP For Schools/Colleges
by Peter Osotsi 19 Jan '12

19 Jan '12

Hi Skunkers; Would Someone kindly point me to an open source erp that encompases finance, asset mgmt, procurement and student records for colleges or universities. A system that's customizable that is. Peter ----------- Don't wait for success; hunt it down like there's no tomorrow.

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Programmers beware...
by Garr Patronas 19 Jan '12

19 Jan '12

at least if you live/work/visit Iran. http://thenextweb.com/me/2012/01/19/death-sentence-for-iranian-programmer-a…

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Reporter looking for whitehat h4xx0r
by James Nzomo 19 Jan '12

19 Jan '12

There is a reporter looking for the above mentioned for an interview. Anyone interested? _______________________________________________ Without requirements or design, programming is the art of adding bugs to an empty text file. _______________________________________________

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Want to run a Mac on a P.C without running a Mac?
by Martin Chiteri 19 Jan '12

19 Jan '12

But run an Ubuntu Linux-based distro? [ http://www.pear-os-linux.fr/ ] The Gnome 3.2 UI variant looks very polished :D Knock yourselves out! Martin.

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Random Question [Defence]
by James Nzomo 19 Jan '12

19 Jan '12

A quick one for the combat aircraft enthusiast. What are the odds of KAF aquiring F-15s to balance the new SU-30 threat from UPDF? _______________________________________________ *Without requirements or design, programming is the art of adding bugs to an empty text file.* _______________________________________________ * *

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JKUAT Student....
by Denis G. Wahome 19 Jan '12

19 Jan '12

Just came across this, http://www.jkuat.ac.ke/article.php?id=470 >From the article http://votersbank.com Regards, Denis

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What the heck is Wrong with Wikipedia??
by Stephen 19 Jan '12

19 Jan '12

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Duncan_Jones Imagine a World Without Free Knowledge For over a decade, we have spent millions of hours building the largest encyclopedia in human history. Right now, the U.S. Congress is considering legislation that could fatally damage the free and open Internet. For 24 hours, to raise awareness, we are blacking out Wikipedia. Learn more. Make your voice heard Facebook Google+ Twitter Sent from my iPad

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STOLEN ENCRYPTED LAPTOPS
by Gichuki John Chuksjonia 19 Jan '12

19 Jan '12

Hi guys. Most of you that own workshops may receive some machines with heavy encryption, a Toshiba and a Samsung. There maybe an Acer laptop too but its not encrypted. Please note the Samsung and the Toshiba laptops are heavily encrypted and will take forever to decrypt. Please if possible, remove the hdds and contact me offline at jgichuki at inbox.com. The encrypted hdds contain work that is very important with one of them having six years of research that was copied there two days ago to pushed in a server later this week, so kindly note, instead of throwing away the hard drives, please notify me offline with where you can drop them. Kindly, ./Chucks -- -- Gichuki John Ndirangu, C.E.H , C.P.T.P, O.S.C.P I.T Security Analyst and Penetration Tester jgichuki at inbox d0t com {FORUM}http://lists.my.co.ke/pipermail/security/ http://chuksjonia.blogspot.com/

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Sopa Blackout. Are YOU going on strike?
by Omingo Obiko 18 Jan '12

18 Jan '12

Assuming we're all in sync with the issue, which Kenyan companies are going to protest? Blackout or otherwise? -- Sent from my mobile device OO www.omingoobiko.com

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The SOPA strike has started...
by Timothy Mutugi 18 Jan '12

18 Jan '12

Kwani even the KRA website and HELB ant other .go.ke are on strike?

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http://wordpress.org/ get the word out
by Ben mukash 18 Jan '12

18 Jan '12

http://wordpress.org/ get the word out

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Hitler is "mortified" by the fact that Google was caught stealing Mocality Data .... :)
by Agosta Liko 18 Jan '12

18 Jan '12

http://youtu.be/HxPfgUvfPHA

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Network Monitoring Systems
by Odhiambo Washington 18 Jan '12

18 Jan '12

Now I have a (possibly) crazy requiremement. I have several IP PBXs which I'd like to monitor, not for uptime, not for anything else, but functionality. You guys know what a PBx is for right? I am looking for a system that can do this, and I am not looking for a FREE one. I will pay for it. The system should be able to call certain numbers and be intelligent enough to detect and distinguish between a busy line and NO answer. If a line is not busy and not answered in 2 rings, I need a notification sent by SMS to 1 or more people. Anyone?? -- Best regards, Odhiambo WASHINGTON, Nairobi,KE +254733744121/+254722743223 _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ I can't hear you -- I'm using the scrambler. Please consider the environment before printing this email.

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Airtel unsolicited calls
by Gituma Nturibi 18 Jan '12

18 Jan '12

Anybody else receiving unsolicited calls from them? Pardon my ignorance but is there any guideline from CCK about such behaviour? Somebody please shed light on this - Alex maybe? Thanks all. I've already raised it in twitter

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Electric In-socket Electrical Timer
by Philip Musyoki 17 Jan '12

17 Jan '12

The Electricians on the list, Anyone know where I can get an in-socket electrical time (the type you replace the socket switch with) preferably a digital one? Something similar to this: http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B0041MG7UU/ref=s9_simh_gw_p23_d0_g23_i1?…

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Network Printer
by kimondo Duncan 17 Jan '12

17 Jan '12

Skunks, I need a network printer with scan to mail feature on lease. Do you know guys/companies I can talk to?

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Windows 7 upgrade in Kenya?
by Gituma Nturibi 17 Jan '12

17 Jan '12

Hi This one goes to the Microsofties. Wanted to upgrade a computer with windows 7 starter to another edition for somebody. Went online and discovered I can't get an upgrade key in Kenya and my attempts to trick the system didn't work. Now I find this strange from MS as it's so wasy to update Linux from anywhere and for free for that matter. the essence of the internet is that it's international, times have changed! So now over to the Microsofties. How can the said upgrade be done from here? any work around? Thanks

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HD series DVB-S2 decoder
by Bernard Mwagiru 17 Jan '12

17 Jan '12

I'm looking for Astrovox HD series/ Strong 46XX series decoder or equivalent. Should be DVB-S2/MPEG-4 compatible with PVR function. Standard interface : Composite, component, HDMI, Optical audio. ./bernard

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Graduate Trainees Needed
by Andrew Wafula 17 Jan '12

17 Jan '12

Hello, If you have graduated in the past 1 year from a recognized university with a degree in either Computer Science, Information Technology, Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Electrical and Telecommunications Engineering or a related field of study, with an Upper Second Class or First Class honours degree and are interested in a 6 month to 1 year Graduate Traineeship with a leading Telecommunications Equipment Vendor, send your CV to * grad-trainee(a)wertsoft.com*. Please include Graduate Trainee 2012 in your email subject for proper filtering. Do not send anything to me because I will simply delete the email. Regards, ====================== Andrew Wafula Wapakala Web: www.wertsoft.com MSN: a_wafula(a)hotmail.com MySpace: http://www.myspace.com/awafula Blog: http://thewert.blogspot.com/ ========================================================================== If you have made mistakes...there is always another chance for you... you may have a fresh start any moment you choose, for this thing we call 'failure' is not the falling down, but the staying down. - Mary Pickford "Great Minds Discuss Ideas; Average Minds Discuss Events; Small Minds Discuss People"

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Solaris 10
by Kevin Mutuma 17 Jan '12

17 Jan '12

Hello, I am having a big problem installing solaris 10 sparcIII on a sun fire box. For starters, it will not recognize the dvd and hence command "boot cdrom" will not do anything yet i have burned the image to disc. Anyone with any pointers on this or Solaris knowledge please assist. Regards, Kevin

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Networking techie needed to crimp 50 points
by Martin Muraguri 17 Jan '12

17 Jan '12

Job is on ngong road at adams arcade ... Pay is 1500 ... You should be able to do it in a day All cables have been laid just crimp the RJ Call me asap on 0726937792 Martin

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Creating an email Newsletter and save it in .eml format
by Calvin Omari 17 Jan '12

17 Jan '12

Hi Techies, I have been wondering how to create an email newsletter and save it in a .html format like http://www.oracle.com/us/dm/21373-emeafm11048985mpp008c006-oem-525344.html are there tools out there for the same or can my good old Dreamweaver any help will be highly appreciated With Kind Regards -- Our greatest fear is not that we are inadequate, but that we are powerful beyond measure. It is our light, not our darkness, that frightens us. Calvin Omari Systems Software Developer http://www.facebook.com/barongo https://twitter.com/#!/calvinebarongo

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Job opening - Rwanda
by John Gitau 17 Jan '12

17 Jan '12

A company (www.matrix.rw) in Rwanda is looking for software engineers and integrators. For the systems guys: Job Requirements Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP certification or equivalent)  Enterprise Data Center Design and Deployment (APC, Emerson, Cisco etc.) Data Centre Power & Cooling Infrastructure Solutions (Pre-sales) Data Centre Consolidation, Virtualization, Automation Unified Communication Design and implementation (Cisco, Microsoft) Enterprise Network Design and implementation (ISP, Banks etc.) Structured Cabling Infrastructure Design Storage & Storage Networking (SAN, NAS) on various platforms (Linux, Sun & IBM) For the software guys: AIX, UNIX, HP-UX, Linux, ESX Oracle Database 10g or 11g (OCP) DBA and Software Engineer (IBM) CRM, ERP, Business Intelligence, Data Warehousing (ideally with OWB) Enterprise IBM or Sun Microsystems Servers High Availability and Clustering ITIL / Project management if interested write back to me without altering the subject line above Gitau

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Looking for motherboard...
by Munyi Kifaru 17 Jan '12

17 Jan '12

Hi good pipo, I am looking for the two items below: - HP Pavilion Tx 1000 motherboard (urgent!) - Wireless Home theater system/speakers Any help will be highly appreciated. -- Regards, Kifaru.

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Windows 7 Wireless vs Ethernet Issue
by Simon Mbuthia 17 Jan '12

17 Jan '12

Happy new year friends, I have a friend who just bought a HP laptop which came bundled with Windows 7. He informs me that he is unable to use both Wireless and Ethernet at the same time and in order to use either, he has to disable the other. I am not familiar with this problem and apparently, neither is Google. It is for this reason that I have opted to "escalate" this matter to the venerable skunktoids, with the hope that I will find someone who has experienced this before and has the solution to this problem. Meanwhile, I thank you in advance for your kind assistance. Me.

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Acer One Can't load Windows XP - Skunks HELP??
by benson maina 17 Jan '12

17 Jan '12

Morning , need to get windows xp, non of the boot options are working. SAFEMODE,SAFEMODE with Prompt, Windows Normal, Last Known Configuration, any secrets...

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Re: [Skunkworks] Networking techie needed to crimp 50 points (filled)
by Martin Muraguri 17 Jan '12

17 Jan '12

Thanks for the recomendation. The job has already been taken by Lawrence. Very good responses... Thanks. On 17 Jan 2012 10:31, "Bernard Mwagiru" <bmwagiru(a)gmail.com> wrote:

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ISP recommendation
by Robert Kuria 17 Jan '12

17 Jan '12

Hello, I have a small company of about 3 - 5 user which would be ideal ISP, please don't recommend orange i want to fire them. -- Kind Regards, Robert Kuria.

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SOPA blackout tomorrow
by Nd'wex Common 17 Jan '12

17 Jan '12

http://sopablackout.org/

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New Software for USB Modems
by Edwin Ngige 17 Jan '12

17 Jan '12

Hi Guys, Anyone interested with this new software to force either yu, orange,safcom , airtel to use high speed 3g evenif no infrastructure. Call me, Edwin Ngige 254 722 841853

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English Wikipedia anti-SOPA blackout
by mail2lawi 17 Jan '12

17 Jan '12

http://wikimediafoundation.org/wiki/English_Wikipedia_anti-SOPA_blackout

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Symbian Belle Available!
by Odhiambo Washington 16 Jan '12

16 Jan '12

Okay, maybe not such great news for those in the "cult", like Ok3ch, by for those like me who are still using Symbian, and for those who have eligible phones (N8, E7, C7, C6-01, etc), this is such great news, seeing as we've quite enjoyed having great features with Symbian Anna. http://mea.nokia.com/symbian-belle?intc=ncomprod-fw-ilc-teaser-bellemeaen_2… -- Best regards, Odhiambo WASHINGTON, Nairobi,KE +254733744121/+254722743223 _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ I can't hear you -- I'm using the scrambler. Please consider the environment before printing this email.

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Wifi speeding up
by geoffrey gitagia 16 Jan '12

16 Jan '12

Here is something nice . http://www.techspot.com/news/46909-broadcom-introduces-first-gigabit-speed-… -- GG

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on a lighter note... What kind of woman would your web framework be?
by Kiti Chigiri 16 Jan '12

16 Jan '12

http://www.redcode.nl/blog/2010/01/what-kind-of-woman-would-your-web-framew…

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Power Adapter for XBOX 360
by Philip Musyoki 16 Jan '12

16 Jan '12

Dear All, I am looking for a power adapter for XBOX 360. Does anyone know where I can get it?

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Data Analyst Required
by Peter Muchemi 16 Jan '12

16 Jan '12

Hi, A client who operates a fleet of cabs (over 100) needs the services of a data analyst. The analyst will mainly be analyzing the data being generated by Stoic GPS system and discovering patterns that can be beneficial to the client. S/he will also use the data to discover possible malfeasance by the drivers. The patterns will are computable will be coded into an expert system. The position is a 2 years contractual job. If interested please contact me off-list. -- Peter Muchemi Software Developer http://www.electra.co.ke +254 722 320986

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iPad on orange network
by Mark Mwangi 15 Jan '12

15 Jan '12

Does anyone know how to buy bundles on the orange network from an iPad? I managed to load airtime but checking the balance or any other operation is next to impossible. Do they have a similar site to www.safaricom.com/bundles ? The effort to buy a bundle is getting on my nerves not withstanding the time wasted. -- Regards, Mark Mwangi markmwangi.me.ke

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epson tx 660
by Chege 14 Jan '12

14 Jan '12

hiii all any one with epson tx 660 printer in stock.... rgds Chege

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Cyber attendant needed urgently.
by Hillary Rugut 13 Jan '12

13 Jan '12

Hi Skunks, A cyber cafe at Naivas Eastgate (Donholm) is looking for an attendant ASAP. Send ur CV's to hr(a)buzworld.co.ke. All the best. Rugut.

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(no subject)
by mwendwa jk 13 Jan '12

13 Jan '12

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Just sharing this : Impressed with Orange 3g ( HSDPA/UMTS ) network.....
by aki 13 Jan '12

13 Jan '12

I finally got the Orange 3g network working after purchasing the flybox @ a new price of Ksh12,999/-, purchased the 10GB bundle @4,999/-. At the moment am doing 315 to 384KB/sec downloads to an ubuntu test download in the uk! Like totally impressed, hope they don't slow it down after this email..... just goes to show and proves that when things are done correctly, the sky is the limit. :-) I also managed to get the HSPA+ ( the new 21Mbps network ) working on the Orange USB modem, the speeds were relatively slower than expected @ around 80-140KB/sec so almost on par with the regular 3g networks. Hope Orange will tweak the HSPA network to exceed speeds of regular 3g. Rgds.

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Desktop Top Operating System Share Trend
by maina 13 Jan '12

13 Jan '12

http://www.netmarketshare.com/operating-system-market-share.aspx?qprid=9&qp… -- David Maina. P. O. Box 8310-00200, NAIROBI, KENYA.. Cell:+254-721-950073. Registered Linux User #407239. ---------------------------------------------------------------------- "By golly, I'm beginning to think Linux really *is* the best thing since sliced bread."

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VACANCY: Payment Systems Technical Support Person Required
by Jangita Nyagudi 13 Jan '12

13 Jan '12

Hello Our client requires a full time in house technical support person for their new web and mobile banking platforms. The qualified candidate should also have knowledge in the operations and technical aspects of other payment systems (such as ATMs, POS and so on) If interested, please send your CV to vacancies(a)ronellafrica.com - your CV should emphasise on techical and operational aspects of banking and payment systems J

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Need a person to implement a Mailing List server
by James Kagwe 13 Jan '12

13 Jan '12

Skunks Happy new year, I hope this email finds you well. I require an engineer to carry out the above task. He will be required to; 1. Implement a mailing list server of between 50 - 100 members running on opensource i.e (Linux Os, Exim mail server, Mailman list manager and Apache web server). 2. The implementation should be secure. 3. Train at least 2 administrators and 2 moderators. If you have experience and are capable of carrying out this task hit me directly on my email off the list. regards, James

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Fw: Summer Internship Program 2012, Berkman Center for Internet & Society, Application Deadline Feb. 12
by Barrack Otieno 13 Jan '12

13 Jan '12

Listers, FYI , The Berkman Center for Internet & Society at Harvard University is preparing to welcome another stellar crew of students to join us as summer interns! We are looking to engage a diverse group of students who are interested in studying -- and changing the world through -- the Internet and new communications technologies; who are driven, funny, and kind; and who would like to join our amazing community in Cambridge this summer for 10 weeks of shared research and exchange. Information about the summer program, eligibility, and links to the application procedures can be found below and at http://cyber.law.harvard.edu/getinvolved/internships_summer. * The deadline for summer 2012 internship applications is Sunday, February 12 2012 at 11:59 p.m. ET.* Please share word of the opportunity to great candidates, and help us continue developing our shared network of movers and shakers working to advance scholarship with impact. All best, Becca ----- *Berkman Center for Internet & Society Summer Internship Program 2012*<http://cyber.law.harvard.edu/getinvolved/internships_summer> Each summer the Berkman Center for Internet & Society at Harvard University swings open the doors of our big yellow house to welcome a group of talented and curious students as full-time interns - Berkterns!<http://www.urbandictionary.com/define.php?term=berktern>- who are passionate about the promise of the Internet. Finding connected and complementary research inquiries among their diverse backgrounds, students represent all levels of study, are being trained in disciplines across the board, and come from universities all over the world to tackle issues related to the core of Berkman’s research agenda, including law, technology, innovation, and knowledge; the relationship between Internet and civic activity; and technology, law, and development. Summer interns jump head first into the swirl of the Berkman universe, where they are deeply and substantively involved in the operation of our research projects and efforts. Becoming invaluable contributors to the Center’s operation and success, interns conduct collaborative and independent research under the guidance of Berkman staff, fellows, and faculty. Specific roles, tasks, and experiences vary depending on Center needs and interns' skills; a select list of expected opportunities for Summer 2012 is below. Traditionally, the workload of each intern is primarily based under one project or suite of projects, with encouragement and flexibility to get involved in additional projects all across the Center. In addition to joining research teams, summer interns participate in special lectures with Berkman Center faculty and fellows, engage each other through community experiences like weekly interns discussion hours, and attend Center-wide events and gatherings with members of the wider Berkman community. As well, each year interns establish new channels for fun and learning, such as organizing topical debates, establishing reading groups and book clubs, producing podcasts and videos, and hosting potlucks, cook-offs, and BBQs (fortunately for us, people share). The word "awesome" has been thrown around to describe our internships, but don't take our word for it. Zack McCune, a summer intern from 2008, had this to say<http://thames2thayer.com/blog/in-the-spirit-of-the-the-olympics-how-i-learn…>: "it has been an enchanting summer working at the berkman center for internet & society <http://cyber.law.harvard.edu/>. everyday, i get to hang out with some of the most brilliant people on the planet. we talk, we write (emails), we blog, we laugh, we play rock band. and when things need to get done, we stay late hyped on free coffee and leftover food. it is a distinct honor to be considered a peer among such excellent people. and i am not just talking about the fellows, staff, and faculty, though they are all outstanding. no, i mean my peers as in my fellow interns, who are almost definitely the ripening next generation of changemakers." *Time Commitment:* Summer internships are full time positions (35 hours/week) for 10 weeks. Our Summer 2012 program runs from Monday, June 4 through Friday, August 10. *Payment:* Interns are paid $11.50 an hour, with the exception of a number of opportunities for law students who are expected to receive some version of summer public interest funding (more about these specific cases at the link for law students below). Please be forewarned that payment may not be sufficient to cover living expenses in the Boston area. No other benefits are provided, and interns must make their own housing, insurance and transportation arrangements. *Commitment to Diversity:* The work and well-being of the Berkman Center for Internet & Society at Harvard University are strengthened profoundly by the diversity of our network and our differences in background, culture, experience, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, and much more. We actively seek and welcome applications from people of color, women, the LGBTQ community, and persons with disabilities, as well as applications from researchers and practitioners from across the spectrum of disciplines and methods. The roots of this deep commitment are many and, appropriately, diverse. We are not nearly far enough along in this regard, and we may never be. It is a constant process in which there remains much to learn. We welcome your inquiries, comments and ideas on how we may continue to improve. *Eligibility:* - Internships are open to students enrolled across the spectrum of disciplines. - Internships are open to students at different levels of academic study including those in bachelors, masters, law, and Ph.D programs (some flexibility with high school students is possible). Some positions will require that interns be enrolled in a particular kind of academic program. - Summer interns do not have to be U.S. residents or in school in the U.S., and we welcome and encourage international students to apply. - Summer interns do not need an existing affiliation with Harvard University. *To Apply:* We know what you're thinking. *Yes please. I want that. That sounds magical. Did I mention that I make a mean artichoke dip?* Here's what you should do... *Law students:* If you are a law student interested in conducting research with the Berkman Center this summer, please find important additional information and application instructions here<http://cyber.law.harvard.edu/node/7314>. *Students from all other disciplines:* If you are a student from any discipline except law interested in conducting research with Berkman this summer, please find more information and application instructions here<http://cyber.law.harvard.edu/node/7315>. Required application materials for all include: - A cover letter describing your skills and interests. When developing your cover letter, you may wish to consider the following questions: What has led you to pursue research with the Berkman Center and the issues we study? What would you like to gain from working with us this summer, and what will you contribute? How do you think the experience might influence your future efforts? Please feel welcome to address these and/or other topics you would like to share with us. - A current resume. - The contact information for two references (professional or academic). *The application deadline for all students for Summer 2012 is **Sunday, February 12 2012 at **11:59 p.m. ET. * We look forward to hearing from you! Questions? Email Rebecca Tabasky at rtabasky(a)cyber.law.harvard.edu. ---- *Select Expected Summer 2012 Opportunities: * *Broadband * Interns with the the Broadband Project will conduct primary and secondary research into fiber deployment, both in the US and abroad. Research topics may include municipal fiber networks, how competition impacts price and speed, and the role of spectrum in the broadband debate. More information about the Broadband Project can be found at: http://cyber.law.harvard.edu/research/broadband. *Civic Engagement in Developing and Transitioning Countries *Interns will undertake a variety of research and writing around the use, impact, and design of digital tools for civic engagement in developing and transitioning countries. Inquiries will be broad-based, but particular attention will be given to the study of the promotion of topics such as transparency, accountability, justice and human rights, with a focus on Nigeria. *Cloud Computing Law and Policy * In Spring 2012, the Cloud Computing team at the Berkman Center in collaboration with KEIO University (Japan), the NEXA Center (Italy), and the University of St. Gallen (Switzerland) will make public its wiki-based repository of analyses, resources, and case studies on emerging issues, law, policy and current trends related to cloud computing. Building upon this foundation and under the guidance of Executive Director Urs Gasser, we will be developing specific research and analysis that leverages our international collaboration and existing resources, and ideally creates briefing materials that are useful to policymakers, industry participants, civil society members, and other actors. Interns will work directly with the team to develop associated research. *Cyberlaw Clinic *Interns with the Cyberlaw Clinic contribute to a wide range of real-world litigation, client counseling, licensing, advocacy and legislative projects covering a broad spectrum of legal issues involving the Internet, new technology, intellectual property law, youth online safety and child protection. The Clinic provides high-quality, pro-bono legal services to appropriate individuals, small start-ups, non-profit groups and government entities regarding cutting-edge issues of the Internet, new technology and intellectual property. Interns in the Cyberlaw Clinic can expect direct hands-on experience working with clients under the supervision of the Clinic's staff attorneys. More information about the Cyberlaw Clinic can be found at: http://cyber.law.harvard.edu/teaching/cyberlawclinic. Interns with the Cyberlaw Clinic will be students currently enrolled in a J.D. program in the United States. *Cybersecurity* Since Spring 2010, the Berkman Center team has been developing a cybersecurity wiki under the guidance of Jack Goldsmith. The wiki provides a set of evolving resources on cybersecurity, broadly-defined, and includes an annotated list of relevant articles and literature. This summer, we will be seeking to update this wiki by adding key resources that have been released since 2010. We also have a series of potential next steps, including, for example, an survey course and an analysis of the 'rhetoric' of cybsecurity, that we also plan to pick up and develop with summer interns. *Digital Libraries * Summer interns working on digital library issues will conduct research related to library users, content, governance, funding, publishing models, and related issues; stay abreast of developments in the digital library field (including news related to e-publishing, copyright, linked open data, and other areas); blog regularly on these issues; and contribute to the Digital Public Library of America (DPLA) wiki<http://cyber.law.harvard.edu/dpla/Main_Page>and website <http://dp.la/>. Depending on summer needs, they may also have the opportunity to create multimedia for the DPLA website. Summer interns will also conduct research on the legal aspects and considerations related to these issues. More information about DPLA can be found at: http://dp.la. *Digital Media Law Project * Summer interns at the Digital Media Law Project will work on a wide range of legal research and writing projects relating to media law, intellectual property, and the intersection of journalism and the internet. In past years, interns have updated the Legal Guide<http://www.citmedialaw.org/legal-guide>to media law topics, developed entries for the database of threats <http://www.citmedialaw.org/database> against online publishers, commented on current issues in law and media on the blog<http://www.citmedialaw.org/blog>, and provided research and drafting assistance on amicus briefs<http://www.citmedialaw.org/about/cmlp-amicus-efforts>. Interns may also be asked to assist with the operation and expansion of the Online Media Legal Network <http://www.omln.org/>, an attorney referral service for digital publishers, and with other projects that the DMLP undertakes in conjunction with its partner organizations around the world. More information on summer internships with the DMLP can be found on the DMLP website at: http://www.citmedialaw.org/about/summer-internships. *Freedom of Expression * Summer interns for this suite of projects, which includes Herdict, Internet & Democracy, OpenNet Initiative, Global Network Initiative, and others, will blog regularly about issues concerning online freedom of expression; contribute to related data gathering efforts using online sources; conduct research on internet filtering, monitoring, and control efforts around the globe; update project Twitter and Facebook accounts; and assist international partners. In the past, freedom of expression interns have also contributed to literature reviews, hand coded online content, and supported research on foreign language blogospheres, Twitter and online communities in Russia, China, Iran and the Middle East. More information about some of Berkman’s work on freedom of expression can be found at the following links: http://www.herdict.org/web/ ; http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/idblog/ ; http://opennet.net/ ; http://globalnetworkinitiative.org/. *Geek Cave * Help Berkman's geek team keep the Center running. Interns joining the Geek Cave may extend open source software, build scalable websites, or manage the mixed desktop network that keeps us moving. If you’ve been to a Berkman site, you’ve seen the work of the geeks; we also work with partners across Harvard University. Our team works with ruby, perl, php, bash, jQuery, PostgreSQL, MySQL and a slew of other tools, and you can find more information at Berkman’s github: https://github.com/berkmancenter. *Harvard Open Access Project (HOAP) * HOAP fosters open access <http://www.earlham.edu/%7Epeters/fos/overview.htm>(OA) to research within Harvard, fosters OA beyond Harvard, undertakes research and policy analysis on OA, and provides OA to timely and accurate information about OA itself. Interns with the HOAP will will add relevant information to the Open Access Directory (OAD), a wiki-based encyclopedia of OA; and will contribute to the the Open Access Tracking Project (OATP), a social-tagging project organizing knowledge about OA. There may be opportunities to write research reports on commissioned topics, draft submissions to public-policy consultations, and help organize OA-related events on campus. *H2O * Interns working with H2O, a platform that allows professors to create entirely online casebooks that are easily sharable and remixable, will assist in the development of new casebook instances. Following the successful pilot of Prof. Jonathan’s Zittrain’s Torts Class Casebook in the Fall of 2011, this summer we will create several additional casebooks with other Harvard Law School professors. Classes may include Advanced Civil Procedure and Criminal Law. Law students who have an interest in deepening their knowledge in these subjects, as well as extremely dedicated aspiring law students, will work closely with the professors to deliver an entirely online casebook. More information about H2O can be found at: h2odev.law.harvard.edu. *Information Quality in the Digital Age * Under the guidance of Executive Director Urs Gasser, this project will focus on the multi-faceted phenomenon of "information quality" in the digital age. Building upon previous research efforts, the next stage of exploration will focus on electronic media and work towards a theory of information quality in the digitally networked environment, with a particular interest in the role and interplay of law, social norms, technology, and markets. Interoperability In June 2012, Urs Gasser and John Palfrey will release their book on *Interoperability: The Promise and Perils of Highly Interconnected Systems*. The book is inspired by their 2005 study and paper—“Breaking Down Digital Barriers: When and How Information and ICT Interoperability Drives Innovation”<http://cyber.law.harvard.edu/publications/2007/Breaking_Down_Digital_Barrie…>—which examined the relationship between interoperability and innovation in the ICT environment. A key input into the process has been the development of supporting case studies that focus on lessons learned from sectors where interoperability is critical, such as transportation, currency markets, and energy. Interns will help to finalize existing cases for release, develop new ones, and also contribute to developing a set of associated online resources online, including a wiki and blog. More information about our Interoperability research can be found at: http://cyber.law.harvard.edu/interop/. *metaLAB * The metaLAB is a research unit dedicated to innovation and experimentation in the arts, media and humanities, and metaLAB work ranges from inquiry into the history of media to advanced, open-source software development to installation art practices using hacked sensor devices. Summer interns will participate in current core research areas, including: modeling new forms of multimedia publishing and documentary art practice; creating augmented exhibitions using digitized cultural heritage and library collections; and organizing interdisciplinary gatherings of humanists, technologists, artists, legal scholars and other experimental thinkers. More information about the metaLAB can be found at: http://metalab.harvard.edu/. *Special Projects - Professor Urs Gasser * A summer intern will work on a variety of projects undertaken by Berkman's Executive Director Urs Gasser (e.g. work on privacy, globalization of law, cyberliability). Tasks include research for presentations, op-eds, and articles. This position requires the ability to find, absorb, critically analyze, and debate large amounts of written and other media materials from sources including scholarly articles, news articles and blogs, and interviews. Knowledge in German or an Asian language is a plus. More information about Urs’ research can be found at: http://cyber.law.harvard.edu/people/ugasser. *Special Projects - Professor Jonathan Zittrain * A summer intern in this position will work on a variety of projects undertaken by Professor Jonathan Zittrain, assisting in a variety of research areas (e.g. human computing, mesh networking, and Internet filtering). Summer contributions include research for conferences and presentations (including, for example, JZ’s recent Colbert Report debate<http://www.colbertnation.com/the-colbert-report-videos/403466/december-01-2…>); brainstorming article outlines; fact-checking materials; and reviewing original article or paper drafts. This position requires the ability to find, absorb, critically analyze, and debate large amounts of written and other media materials from sources including scholarly articles, news articles and blogs, and interviews with public policymakers. More information about JZ’s research can be found at: http://cyber.law.harvard.edu/people/jzittrain. *Youth and Media Lab * During a summer at the Youth and Media Lab <http://youthandmedia.org//>, interns will contribute to various research, advocacy, and development initiatives around youth and technology. By researching young people’s interactions with digital media such as the Internet, cell phones, and video games, we seek to address the issues their practices raise, learn how to harness the opportunities their digital fluency presents, and shape our regulatory and educational frameworks in a way that advances the public interest. A summer intern will work for one of the Lab’s three main tracks: exploratory research, curriculum development, and tool development. The research track includes literature reviews, surveys, focus groups, and one-on-one interviews to better map youth’s usage of technology. Building upon these findings, the curriculum track aims to develop and test educational modules in collaboration with youth, designed for both formal and informal learning settings. The modules address youth’s awareness and understanding of their technology usage and bear important policy implications. Third, the Lab’s team seeks to develop a set of media literacy tools (“navigation aids for cyberspace”) including an application to assess news quality, a set of badges, etc. Spending a summer with the Lab means joining a diverse and creative team. Past summer interns have brought expertise and enthusiasm for human-computer interaction, digital art, filmmaking, radio production, joining team members excelling in areas such as law and policy, communications, and the social sciences. The Lab’s intellectual diversity encourages collective brainstorming and discussion of how each individual team member can advance the Lab’s agenda. More information about the Youth and Media Lab can be found at: www.youthandmedia.org. **** To change your Berkman Center subscriptions, visit the following url: http://cyber.law.harvard.edu/signup You are receiving this message because you are a member of the community I-Network Uganda <http://next.dgroups.org/iicd/i-network>. 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ICT Support Internship available
by Ephraim Muchemi 13 Jan '12

13 Jan '12

Media Council of Kenya is looking for an ICT Intern for a 3 month period. - Minimum qualifications: Undergraduate students. Applicants with practical experience in Networking, Open Source Applications & User Support will have an added advantage. Applications to be sent to recruit(a)mediacouncil.or.ke. Closing date is 20th January 2012. Kind Regards, [image: Ephraim Muchemi] [image: Chagua Amani, Zuia Noma][image: Freedom][image: Global Warming is real][image: Reduce, Reuse, Recycle] Social Profile: [image: Facebook] <http://www.facebook.com/emuchemi> [image: Twitter] <http://www.twitter.com/efi_m> [image: LinkedIn]<http://www.linkedin.com/in/emuchemi> [image: foursquare] <https://foursquare.com/efi_m> [image: WordPress]<http://littlehacker.wordpress.com> Contact me: [image: Google Talk] emuchemi [image: Y! Messenger] emuchemi [image: Skype] flyefi [image: Twitter] <http://twitter.com/efi_m>Latest tweet: Quickie!! (@ Kinoo) http://t.co/d0xcxoEZ Follow @efi_m <http://twitter.com/efi_m> Reply <http://twitter.com/?status=@efi_m%20&in_reply_to_status_id=1575116472153620…> Retweet <http://twitter.com/?status=RT%20%40efi_m%3A%20Quickie!!%20(%40%20Kinoo)%20h…> 20:17 Jan-12<http://twitter.com/efi_m/statuses/157511647215362049> Get this email app! <http://www.wisestamp.com/apps/twitter?utm_source=extension&utm_medium=email…> “"I told my psychiatrist that everyone hates me. He said I was being ridiculous - everyone hasn't met me yet." - Rodney Dangerfield<http://www.quotesdaddy.com/quote/759555/rodney-dangerfield/i-told-my-psychi…> ” Get this email app! <http://www.wisestamp.com/apps/quotes?utm_source=extension&utm_medium=email&…> [image: WWF - World Wide Fund For Nature] <http://bit.ly/wwf-site>Donate<http://bit.ly/wwf-site>| Share on Facebook <http://on.fb.me/kE6cbn> | Share on Twitter<http://bit.ly/Tweet-WWF>Add this to your emails<http://www.wisestamp.com/apps/causeWWF?utm_source=extension&utm_medium=emai…> Printing emails is SO 2009 Get a signature like this. <http://r1.wisestamp.com/r/landing?promo=19&dest=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.wisestamp.…> CLICK HERE.<http://r1.wisestamp.com/r/landing?promo=19&dest=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.wisestamp.…>

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GetMziki.com
by Paul Kevin 13 Jan '12

13 Jan '12

Hi, Browsing through sites that have time to advertise themselves, so decided to getmziki.com. I know their files are free to download, but I see lack of consistemcy. Besides that..... even though the music is free, information security should count http://files.getmziki.com/ I can create a simple app to get all content keys (file locations) and download all... or read from the url to my own site ie use their content at no charge

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iHub website
by Peter Karunyu 13 Jan '12

13 Jan '12

I think the iHub webmaster is here somewhere here, there is a tiny winy bug on the jobs details page<http://www.ihub.co.ke/pages/job_details.php?id=426>, external links are not going out correctly.

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Images On Wordpress CMS
by stephen wanjau 13 Jan '12

13 Jan '12

Hello Nice people, I have been having a rough time while posting/uploading data to this SITE.<http://rhyno.biz> The data contains images and descriptions as it is supposed to serve as as online shop. While creating the images thumbnails, the browser is automatically cropping some of them when I load the products page. Any assistance in that line is highly anticipated and appreciated. regards, //Stephen. -- *"Better Late Than Never, But Never Late is Better"* My Blog <http://uwanja.wordpress.com> | @uwanja <https://twitter.com/#%21/uwanja>| Facebook <http://www.facebook.com/swanjau> | This message represents the official view of the voices in my head.

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Airtel Sendi So many Unnecessary Emails to Clients
by Jac 13 Jan '12

13 Jan '12

Hi Do we have Anyone on the list who works for Airtel? If so, let him/her advise Airtime that they are slowly becoming nuisances by sending so many messages about Airtel Money, Promotion blah bla blah! No wonder SFC is charging expensive and everyone is still hooked up there. Anyone else on the list who share the same sentiments? -- Jac

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Quotation for Zuku service
by Brian Munyao Longwe 12 Jan '12

12 Jan '12

Been trying for the past 2 days to get a quote for Zuku internet service in South C. Closest so far after sending an email to sales @ zuku (as directed by the website) is "Please go to zuku.co.ke and get the information there. But the website has no info about availability of service in this area, nor any information about setup costs, equipment requirement, turnaround times/est. installation duration Anyone here from Zuku who can help? My original request was: I am interested in getting a Zuku internet connection in Mugoya Estate, South C. Please could you advise as to the following: 1. Bandwidth options available and pricing 2. Setup requirements and pricing 3. Availability of TV on the same (and any related equipment + costs) 4. Availability of voice on the same (and any related equipment + costs) impatiently, Mblayo -- Brian Munyao Longwe e-mail: blongwe(a)gmail.com cell: +254715964281 blog : http://zinjlog.blogspot.com meta-blog: http://mashilingi.blogspot.com

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Genuine Microsoft Software
by Roy Michoma 12 Jan '12

12 Jan '12

Hi, I require a quotes for Genuine licensed Software for 5 machines as below; - Microsoft XP SP3 - Microsoft 2007 Please contact me off list. Regards, Roy

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