The modus was indeed asking her to provide Php 16,300 (I saw that it could go up to Php 37,000) for “clearance” of the packages. What added to the “authenticity” was that a foreign number is calling her. It’s more insidious than I thought. She was told the package was already in the Philippines and they even sent her videos showing that the package were fragile. Right from the “Urgency” section of the Social Engineering playbook. Thankfully, B had the presence of mind and didn’t send the money.
It didn’t get better. For me.
After the first half, the book has gone further away from the project.
Those in for a philosophical read on managing software projects may appreciate “Dreaming in Code” more.
I admit, it was not as I expected, and it had been a very frustrating read. But I’m finally getting insights on their decisions for the app.
Linux kernel 5.16 has the driver for Realtek 8852AE builtin. Uninstall package related to driver rtw89.