…He also works a lot with Windows systems and networking, especially in mixed environments where things don't always behave the way the documentation says they should. Writing things down is how…
…With the new Device Builder, you can offload compilation duties to any system on your home network via mDNS discovery . So you can use your PC, NAS , or mini PC without configuring…
…But an enthusiast build isn't what those defaults are optimized for, and the five minutes spent on these changes at build time is the cheapest opportunity you'll get to catch…
…It's well optimized, easy to navigate, and despite being based on Arch Linux, your library is well-supported thanks to the Proton compatibility layer. It's very easy to see how…
…This alone effectively transforms compatible IR transmitters into smart home controllers, utilizing another protocol to control various devices without clogging up the Wi-Fi network. Think those cool universal remotes that claim…
…A well-designed network of sensors , presence detection, adaptive lighting, and climate control can make a home feel responsive in a way that simple timers never will. There’s real satisfaction in…
…In recent years, the networking industry has become obsessed with Wi-Fi 7 and $500 mesh systems , but the laws of physics haven't changed. Often, the bottlenecks aren't your router…
…After checking my network adapter settings on Windows, I found that the link speed between the PC and the router dropped to 100 Mbps whenever this happened. I checked my Ethernet cable…
…Booting into a game without first dealing with the OS, the launchers, the background optimization has always been a console privilege. Xbox Mode looks to be Microsoft's attempt to close that…
…3dfx did more than anyone to popularize consumer 3D acceleration, and its Glide API was the one developers optimized for. It was the brand you'd buy, and they largely invented the…