Something about Everything!!!

Recent realizations :

1. PIN number of a mobile relates to the security of SIM card.
2. There are 2 PIN numbers namely PIN1 and PIN2.
3. Both PIN1 and PIN2 are by default 0000 and is assigned so by the network provider.
4. Entering a wrong PIN no: thrice locks the SIM and will result in the phone demanding the PUK (Personal Unblocking Key) to be entered!!
5. Entering wrong PUK 10 times can render the SIM permanently damaged!!
6. PUK code is unique for a SIM and is provided by the network provider. The PUK can be obtained from the customer care at the mention of SIM serial number (those numbers on the back of the SIM). It is an eight digit number.
7. I am not sure about this but I heard that on the SIM being permanently damaged a duplicate SIM with the same number can be obtained for Rs 100/- . I haven't tried this out YET ;-)
8. PIN2 is used for setting up FIXED dialing i.e. the phone will permit calls only to the numbers we list in the 'fixed dialing list'.
9. BSNL customer care number is 9447024365. Its functional from 8.00 am to 8.00 pm and do provide a decent service.

10. Security code is associated with the phone security. It is the familiar keypad unlocking code. It is provided by the phone manufacturer and its default value is 12345.
11. Entering wrong Security code thrice is 'inviting trouble'. Even entering the correct code later won't make the phone budge!! :(
12. Switch off the mobile and power it on again to get past the 'security code demanding' phone.
13. But still keypad unlocking and similar stuff the familiar 'Enter Security Code :' pops up.
14. For Nokia mobiles solution for a lost security code is the MASTER code.
15. Master code can be computed from the IMEI (International Mobile Equipment Identifier). A number of Master code generators are available on the internet. They generate the master code on entry of the mobile phone model and the IMEI. IMEI can be obtained from the phone on typing *#06# or from sticker on the last page of the phone manual. :)
16. Bad News!! Master code is of no use for mobiles like 1100. :(
17. For 1100 the option is to power off the mobile. Power it on again. Let it stay idle for about 15 minutes. Enter the good old security number. The phone would have by then forgotten the mishap and will accept the code (i.e. if it is correct :)...else have a great time entering all combinations and repeating this procedure!)
18. If neither the Master code not the 15 min idle time works, contact the Nokia dealer.

Inference:

·         There is not much harm lurking in the security settings of a mobile phone.

·         A stolen mobile can be easily made genuine despite all its security options being set. :)  All you need is a decent internet connection.

Had there been no magic

Had there been no magic
Why do some wishes come true.
Had there been no magic
What is the divine bond of love.

Had there been no magic
Who takes care of our loved ones
in times, when we are away.
Why is there a helping hand
always in times of dismay

Had there been no magic
What is the basis of hope -
those we keep of a better tomorrow.
What keeps us going?
What is the strength at times of sorrow.

Had there been no magic
Why does a smile radiate happiness.
How is there a soul mate for every soul.
How come the thread of live
is woven with such great fineness.

Had there been no magic
What is the faith to which
every human soul resonates.
What is the beauty in a flower.
and what is the sweetness of honey?

On the first page of a note book given at Regional Telecom Training Center , Trivandrum, I found the following quote by Mahatma Gandhi.

Eric S Raymond states in his essay 'How to become a hacker' :

            To be a hacker you have to get a basic thrill from solving problems, sharpening your skills, and exercising your intelligence. If you aren't the kind of person that feels this way naturally, you'll need to become one in order to make it as a hacker. Otherwise you'll find your hacking energy is sapped by distractions like sex, money, and social approval.

Far before that, George Bernard Shaw stated in his drama 'A Doctor's Dilema' :

B. B 	: After all, was he so bad? He had only two failings:
	money and women.
WALPOLE : I dont mind his disregarding the usual arrangements.
	Confound the usual arrangements! To a man of science theyre
	beneath contempt both as to money and women.