I turned my NAS into a private Git server, and it made more sense than I expected
…The other issue is access control. Synology's Git server requires users to have SSH access to the NAS. I don't like that. I don't want to hand out broad…
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I fixed each of my PC's biggest bottlenecks without spending a single dollar
…features, and reliable hardware. It has an AX1800 dual-band connection and easy setup and management with the TP-Link Tether app. $80 at Amazon Related 5 unresolved PC issues that still…
Windows Phone still refuses to die as someone adds a native Telegram app to the OS
…After working for an indie game studio and acting as the family's go-to technician for all computer issues, he found his passion for writing and decided to use his skill…
Docker Manager finally gave me a container management UI I can use on smartphones
…That said, I’d recommend creating a user with low privileges for Docker Manager just to avoid security issues if you’re as paranoid as I am. Docker Manager See at Github…
Switching to Ethernet everywhere made my home network feel finished in a way wireless still rarely does
…annoying dealing with wireless signal issues can be. The thing that makes Wi-Fi valuable is its convenience, but it comes at the expense of reliability. Wireless signals are variable moment to…
I ditched Plex's official app for an open-source alternative that actually works
…Plex has improved its game, and I don't usually get many buffering issues, even on the official app, but here, there have been absolutely none. The app also does a good…
I stopped chasing 3D printer upgrades after realizing most don't actually improve prints
…They enhance reliability, maintenance, or user experience, as seen in real prints and workflows. Practical upgrades outlast hype because they become integral to the printer, not just mods. Upgrade Why it’s…
Bambu Lab wants to lock you into their ecosystem, but here's how I took back control
…New users don’t always want to learn about flow calibration, pressure advance, temperature towers, or why a random silk PLA behaves as if it has unresolved personal issues. They want to…
This new feature in TrueNAS 26 makes accessing files easier than ever
…Between its terrific ZFS support, powerful data protection features, and solid compatibility with Docker apps, TrueNAS has everything you need to build a reliable storage server without spending a dime on the…
Samsung is killing off SATA SSDs, and your next storage upgrade just got a lot more expensive
…If Samsung kills the enterprise stable SATA drive, the cost of populating an eight-bay NAS with a reliable flash storage triples as users are forced towards U.2 or enterprise NVMe…