How to install non detecting USB modems in Ubuntu (e.g. iBall 3.5G Connect or Visiontek 82GH)

Step by step instructions (Tested on Ubuntu 14.04 64 bit)

We will add the screenshots soon.

Step : 1

Open command terminal (short key ctrl+alt+t) and enter below command.

lsusb

Note all the device showing in the result list

Step : 2

Plug your pain in the ass USB modem and run the above command again

lsusb

Compare the result with previous list and note the new USB device listed.

Bus 004 Device 002: ID 05c6:f000 Qualcom, Inc.

so in my case

vendor=0x05c6 product=0xf000

Step : 3

Open up Disk Utilities software and select your USB dongle storage device and click on the eject button.

Step : 4

Again run the command

lsusb

and not the change in product number

Bus 004 Device 002: ID 05c6:0016 Qualcom, Inc.

so,

vendor=0x05c6 product=0x0016

Step : 5

Now we need to add the serial USB driver for this device as a module in linux kernel, for the we have to add it to

/etc/modules

Open new command terminal and type below command

sudo nano /etc/modules

Step : 6

Paste the vendor ID and product ID you had noted from step 4 like below

usbserial vendor=0x05c6 product=0x0016

use shortcut ctrl+o to save the changes and ctrl+x to exit from nano command line text editor.

Step : 7

Download this script to downloads folder

http://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/21041454/sakis3g.gz

extract it.

Step : 8

Move the script sakis3g to /usr/bin using below command

sudo mv Downloads/sakis3g /usr/bin

Step : 9

Chenge current directory to /usr/bin using

cd /usr/bin/

Step : 10

Make this script as executable with below command;

sudo chmod a+x sakis3g

Step : 11

Run the script

sudo ./sakis3g

and follow the onscreen instructions.

input your network name as user name and password (note must, anything)

It should connect to your network now.

Recommended

Also you may need to add a dns server IP to resolve the website domains, for that just run this
command

sudo nano /etc/resolvconf/resolv.conf.d/head

and add this line to it

nameserver 8.8.8.8

Again use shortcut ctrl+o to save the changes and ctrl+x to exit from nano command line text editor.

then update the setup using below commands.

sudo resolvconf -u

sudo service network-manager restart

or reboot your computer (recommended)

Optional

Use network monitor software to view the status.

You  can also create a desktop shorcut for sakis3g using their setup wizard, then you can use it with clicking on the icon. But you need to install one more package named gksu for working using.

sudo apt-get install gksu

You can also install below software for know the balance data and receiving messages (optional)

http://in.archive.ubuntu.com/ubuntu/pool/universe/m/modem-manager-gui/modem-manager-gui_0.0.16-2_amd64.deb

Download it downloads folder and run

cd

sudo dpkg -i modem-manager-gui_0.0.16-2_amd64.deb

if you are using a different architect than 64bit then download the apropriate version of it.

Feel free to ask me any questions.

Cheers!

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Keep Calm and Switch to Linux, don't argue with idiots!

Have you ever argued with your friends/aspects about Linux?

Here I am sharing my experience about Linux,  advice your friends/aspects to do some research on advantages of Linux based OS (Linux systems without binary blobs and closed source software) before they make blind comments, they can't beat the plus points it have.

www.youtube.com/watch?v=H_Bj8nv0zIc

It is ultra secure and have no back-doors
No virus*
Minimal Resource usage
No vendor locking
Free as in freedom and beer
and more..

If you are new to Linux then start with Ubuntu or Ubuntu based systems such as Linux Mint, Lubuntu, Xubuntu or Ubuntu Gnome and later explore the whole world of Linux based operating systems focusing/specializing on different areas such as hacking, penetrating, privacy, server, mobile, embedded, engineering, entertainment, education, data recovery etc... !

For people who are concerned about privacy and security, I will recommend Trisquel GNU/Linux.

But you will miss some useful binary blobs and proprietary software. (on most cases binary blobs are not required if your hardware support opensource drivers)

*There are few viruses out there for Linux, but in most cases you have to inject one yourself for getting sick! Again, some Linux systems such as Android has viruses because its more popular so hackers know they all affect more people. Also it built in with with less security compared to a standard Linux system for making it user and developer friendly.

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Host your own Diaspora POD with OpenShift for free!

Ubuntu based instructions, step by step (work in progress, will add screenshots soon)

1. First create an account on OpenShift
2. Install Ruby (all steps are on local system)
   

   $ sudo apt-get install ruby-full rubygems

3. Install git
   

   $ sudo git-core

4. After you install both Ruby and Git, verify they can be accessed via the command line:
   

   $ ruby -e 'puts "Welcome to Ruby"'
   Welcome to Ruby
   $ git --version
   git version 1.7.11.1

5. With Ruby and Git correctly installed, you can now use the RubyGems package manager to install the OpenShift client tools. From a command line, run:
   

   $ sudo gem install rhc

6. After the OpenShift client tools are installed, run:
   

   $ rhc setup

7. then run below command
8. If you have none yet generate a SSH keypar: ssh-keygen.
9. Create the application:

   rhc app create diaspora \
      ruby-1.9 mysql-5.5 \
      'http://cartreflect-claytondev.rhcloud.com/reflect?github=smarterclayton/openshift-redis-cart'
   

10. If it asks you to upload your SSH key, answer yes.
11. cd diaspora to change into the new repository.
12. Run the following commands:

    git remote add upstream git://github.com/MrZYX/diaspora-openshift.git
    git fetch upstream
    git reset --hard upstream/master
    git  push -f origin master
    

13. Grab a coffee.

Configuration

Configuration is done via environment variables. To change something from the default set them via rhc env set, see rhc help env. To see what's available, read config/diaspora.yml.example.

Adding yourself as an admin

After you created an account on your new diaspora* pod, you can make yourself an admin with: rhc ssh diaspora -- '/bin/bash -c "cd $OPENSHIFT_REPO_DIR; source .openshift/diaspora_configuration; bundle exec rails runner \\"Role.add_admin(User.where(username: \'yourusername\').person)\\""'.
Have look at my Diaspora* POD http://diaspora-malayalam.rhcloud.com

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Free Linux Training Program in Cochin

Free Linux Training Program (Based on Ubuntu Linux) 

Linux is much more than a normal Operating System. You gotta try it to believe it.  It represents a fusion of maturity with muscularity, the incomparable craftsmanship of UNIX nurtured, reinforced, and developed by the fast-expanding, global community of Linux users.



The details of the program are as follows:
This short term course is designed for people who are interested to learn GNU/Linux OS.  Any one with a basic knowledge of computing can attend this course. No age bar.  Classes are scheduled on Sundays.Kindly fill out this e-form . Conditions Apply

We look forward to extending our support to the people of Cochin and show them the power, flexibility and freedom that Linux has to offer. 

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(Not Working Now) Download songs from Spotify web player for free

Spotify have launched a web based player (Unity Dash Interface), now it have in beta. You can access the Web-Spotify via this link. This guide will show you how to download Spotify to .mp3 files with an easy to use Firefox Add-on!
Open Spotify


Login with your account!

Step 1: Open Firefox addons and install  Cache Viewer Continued

Step 2: Then play your favorite songs in Spotify web player

Step 3: Open the cache viewer addon and look for audio files

Step 4: Right click on the file name a save as .ogg or .mp3 file with song name.

Step 5: Enjoy playing your song offline in 160kbs for free!

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[Updated] Download Six Malayala Manorama magazines for free, using simple bash script in ubuntu.

Available magazines to download using this script.

1. Fast Track

Language : Malayalam

Manorama Fasttrack is a complete automobile magazine in Malayalam from the Malayala Manorama Group

2. Karshaka Sree

Language : Malayalam

The monthly that updates the small time farmer on how to continuously improve his produce. Valuable tips are provided on farming methods enriched with research support on scientific irrigation and agriculture to improve returns from the cultivable land.

3. Sambadyam

Language : Malayalam

Sambadyam is a new personal finance magazine in Malayalam from the Malayala Manorama group. Recently Malayala Manorama Sambadyam has become a monthly. The magazine covers features on all aspects of personal finance – including stocks, mutual funds, insurance, and a regular column on Income Tax

4. Vanitha

Language : Malayalam

Vanitha is an Indian magazine published fortnightly by the Malayala Manorama group. Although its name translates to "woman" in Malayalam, it includes articles on a variety of topics, and is not strictly a women's magazine.

5. The Man
Language : English

6. The Week

Language : English

The Week is an Indian weekly newsmagazine published by The Malayala Manorama Co. Ltd. According to the Audit Bureau of Circulations,[4] it is the largest selling English newsmagazine in India.

Windows Users :  Follow these instructions to run this script on Micro$oft windows systems. (if you have doubts on how to run this script on your windows PC, make a comment.)


For Gnu/Linux Operating Systems

1. Download the script from here


2. Right click on the downloaded file "MMMagazinesDownload.sh" and select properties from the menu.

3. Go to the permission tab and tick "Allow executing file as program" and close the window.

4. Double click on the file and select "Run in Terminal"

 5. Select the appropriate magazine and go for your tea, as per your interne speed it will automatically download all the files to your desktop in a folder with magazine name and date.

7. Enjoy reading and contribute to FOSS development!

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Google Voice VOIP/SIP Set-Up

Google Voice service is only available in the US and Canada. If you live in these countries you can get a Google Voice account and a virtual US phone number. You can make free calls from/within/to US and Canada. (There are some tricks to get Google Voice account as well as a virtual US phone number for individuals who do not reside in these countries, but I will share that later.)

Here is the very useful trick that saves both your money and time. Even your granny can make or receive calls using an old school phone along with VOIP/SIP supported device.  Also, you can configure this in any software that supports basic standard SIP/VOIP.

Note: I DO NOT recommend to use your primary Gmail account as you need to save your Gmail username and password in http://simonics.com. So create a duplicate account just in case...)

Steps:


1. Create a standard SIP connection to Google Voice using this website (it's free!!) https://simonics.com/gvgw/

Important: If you have never made a call through Google Voice before, you must first log into Gmail chat with your account you just created and initiate a call through the chat widget. Then log into Google Voice, go to your voice settings and select Google Chat as the destination for call forwarding.

2. Fill out the form, double check the details you already entered. Then click the "Add" button.

3. GVGW will test your account and then provide you the SIP authentication and registration information that you will use to set up a SIP trunk to the gateway.

 

4. Now you have finished setting up your Google Voice SIP/VOIP server. Now you need to set up your phone using a SIP/VOIP hardware or any software that support SIP/VOIP. Here I’m using Empathy IM.

5. Go to account setup in Empathy and add new SIP account.
Note: If you don't see an option for adding SIP, install this additional plug-in)


Details :
User Name:   GV#your google voice number#@gvgw2.simonics.com (11 digits without hash)
Password:       Secret (Simonics Password)

 
6. Then select the new SIP account we created and click on "edit."   Mark "use this account to call landline and mobile phone."

 7. Click on "advanced options" and add the details.

  Settings vary in different platforms.
  
 HELP: Regarding software and devices, if you are stuck anywhere, feel free to ask me or you can also get help from Simonics Blog and Help.

Enjoy free calling and donate some money to Simonics.com and FOSS.

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[Not Working] Download The Hindu news paper for free with a simple bash script.

Duration	US Dollar (US$)	Indian Rupees (Rs.)
1 Month (30 days)	4.5 FREE	175.00 FREE

 
 The Hindu ePaper: Read online edition of The Hindu daily newspaper exactly as it appears on Print for free.

Available Hindu epaper editions via this trick are
-------------------------------------------------
0. Chennai
1. Hyderabad
2. Delhi
3. Bangalore
4. Kochi
-------------------------------------------------  
    
   The Hindu is an English-language Indian daily newspaper founded and continuously published from Chennai since 1878. According to the Indian Readership Survey in 2012 it is the third most widely read English newspaper in India (after the Times of India and Hindustan Times) with a readership of 2.2 million people.[3] The Hindu has its largest base of circulation in southern India, especially in the states of Tamil Nadu and Kerala and it is also the most widely read English daily in Tamil Nadu and Kerala. Headquartered at Chennai (formerly called Madras), The Hindu was published weekly when it was launched in 1878, and started publishing daily in 1889.

  

In this trick I will share you how to download Hindu news paper from their website for free. We can by pass their login service using a simple bash script. This bash script natively worked on any  GNU/Linux system like Ubuntu and Fedora.

[Updated] Option for selecting the date of news paper added in the script. So, now you can download previous version without any tweaks.

Steps 

Use this user name and password for login

User name: danialjose@gmail.com
Password : 9846745412
 

 1. Download the script.

Download

Windows users follow these instructions, Click Here

2. Right click on the downloaded file "The_Hindu_Delhi.sh" and select properties from the menu.

3. Go to the permission tab and tick "Allow executing file as program" and close the window.

4. Double click on the file and select "Run in Terminal"

 5. Select the appropriate edition and go for your tea, as per your interne speed it will automatically download all the files in one "PDF" file. Here I want to read "Cochin" edition so i typed "4" and select the date also [Updated]
   

Hindu epaper editions are
-------------------------------------------------
0. Chennai
1. Hyderabad
2. Delhi
3. Bangalore
4. Kochi
-------------------------------------------------
Enter edition you wish to selec[0-4]: 4
Thanks.
-----  Year ?(eg-2013)         : 2013
-----  Month ?(eg- 05 for may) : 02
-----  Date ?(eg-01,02..)      : 01
Estimating number of pages in Kochi edition
Searching for Page 001
ok.. page 001 exists
Searching for Page 002

6. All downloaded pages are saved on your desktop in a folder called "hindu_Edition_Date". After finishing downloads it will automatically merge all PDF files in to one.

7. Enjoy reading and contribute to FOSS development!

Credits go to the orginal creator of this trick Ishan Karve. 
He also created a Simple Script to Download epaper from Indian Express 
and Mid-Day

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Play 240p Youtube videos on 256 kbps conection without buffering. (Tested on Linux, Windows and Mac)

This trick explains how to stream 240p quality Youtube videos without buffering on a 256 kbs internet connection. I tested this trick in Ubuntu and it works on any operating sytem that supports;

1. Firefox
2. Java runtime environment
3. and VLC media player

If you don't have these softwares, you need to install it first.

Steps

1. Copy the youtube video's url from address bar.

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