…running bare metal on hardware, I decided to put it on a new Proxmox node, running Xpenology. It's essentially bringing together the freedom of using custom NAS software with the convenience…
…Related Framework is funding KDE to build Linux laptops you can actually customize Customizable software and hardware? Sounds good to me.
…OpenMediaVault, Unraid, and TrueNAS SCALE all offer the means to launch and run your own NAS with custom hardware. TrueNAS is the go-to for ZFS, OMV is great for weaker systems…
Rich Edmonds Apr 22, 2026, 1:30 PM EDT Richard is the PC Hardware Lead at XDA and has been covering the technology industry for almost two decades. He's been building…
…It’s a shame that Sony abandoned the Vita in 2019, even though it still packs capable hardware. So I decided to turn it into a retro handheld gaming console . I always…
…Manually setting DNS locally on a device allows for customization and troubleshooting, but it can also leave the door open for hardware to bypass your LAN's DNS screening. Hardcoded DNS is…
…Hardware , and Windows Latest . When not writing anything, he is busy watching new episodes of One Piece or searching for something binge-worthy. Sign in to your XDA account Windows customization has…
…While "semi-custom" doesn't mean AMD produced new silicon for Valve, the tight integration between the hardware and the no-frills SteamOS environment could mean the Steam Machine punches above its…
…You've created a customized high-resolution information hub. Hardware only becomes e-waste when you run out of ideas of how to use it, so put your old Chromecast to good…
…Often, the router itself supports these features, but the ISP limits which ones you can use by installing custom firmware. This effectively blocks you from using your hardware to the fullest, simply…