The purpose of this article is to demonstrate how you can turn a Linux based computer or laptop into a wireless hotspot where users can be authenticated via a captive portal page. For this task, the primary controller software will be CoovaChilli. This software is an ideal hotspot management solution for hotels, restaurants, supermarkets, parks, […]
Uganda’s analogue TV stations switched off in Kampala
In one of the first major moves to migrate the country to Digital TV, the Uganda Communications Commission (UCC) on Monday 15 June 2015, ordered broadcasters to switch off their analogue transmissions in and around Kampala. As expected most of the broadcasters complied, and Television consumers in this market who had not transitioned from their […]
Why Uganda will most likely miss the Digital TV Switch-Over Deadline
With now only one month left to the deadline set for all countries to migrate from analogue to digital TV, Uganda will most likely miss the deadline, and instead opt for a post deadline switch-off date. As we approach the internationally mandated Analogue TV switch-off date of 17 June 2015, Uganda’s major players on the […]
Use systemd in Linux like a Pro – A cheat sheet
As systemd becomes the default method of handling services in all major Linux distributions, below are some quick and easy-to-remember commands that will make you look like a pro. systemctl check for all running units systemctl TIP: To show all units, including in-active ones: systemctl list-unit-files Check for failed units systemctl –failed Start, stop, restart […]
Uganda’s popular TV channels currently off the Digital TV (OTA) spectrum
Uganda’s traditionally most watched TV stations, Nation TV (NTV) and Wavah Broadcasting services (WBS) are currently off the UCC assigned Over-the-Air digital TV frequency, 474MHz. WBS TV has been off for nearly a month now, while NTV’s feed went off last week, with a brief return on Tuesday evening. Since, most Ugandans are still using […]
How to configure nginx for use with WordPress and other CMS based websites
This is the second part of my Nginx tutorial. The first part covered the installation process. In this post, I will show you how to modify the default configuration and get your server ready to serve CMS based websites like WordPress, Drupal, Joomla, Gallery etc Before delving into the configuration of nginx, it is important […]
How to install Nginx web server on a Raspberry Pi using sources
For a long time Apache has been the software choice for admins and developers wishing to setup a web server. It is therefore no surprise, that Apache dominates when it comes to the most deployed web server on the Internet today. Take a look at Netcraft’s survey as of January 2015. I have used Apache […]
How to Migrate to Digital TV in Uganda – A consumer’s Experience
Are you still puzzled by Digital TV Migration? Are you wondering how to start watching Free-to-Air DTV broadcasts in your area? Help is here inform of a consumer’s experience. Julian Mwine has put together a seven minute video, explaining the process involved in migrating to Digital TV in Uganda. Keep in mind, despite the deadline […]
Connect to 3G networks in Uganda using the Linux command line
If you are a Linux user living in Uganda and use 3G internet, you may want to try out my tools to connect to the Internet. These are a couple of scripts I created a while back, however, I’ve now updated them to allow for the following: You can now connect to Airtel, Orange/Africell, MTN, […]
How to stream FM Radio using the Command Line in Linux
With all the advancements in IT, one piece of technology has persisted and seems not ready to die yet: FM radio. Unlike its companion AM, FM radio continues to be the primary source of information and entertainment. For example, in the United States, FM radio is still alive, and is used by many as a […]