The only reason I still recommend Synology is DSM, but even that's falling behind
…For lack of updates to the app ecosystem , DSM has become just the base layer of the experience. And in an app and service-forward world, that's not going to be…
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Synology's DSM is brilliant until you realize what TrueNAS and Unraid can actually do
…move up the chain and take advantage of more advanced services. Everything feels curated and polished, whether I'm checking out the latest first-party app updates on Synology's official package…
I tried to make my Steam Deck a real server, and it’s better at it than it has any right to be
…You install the container runtime once, and from there you can stack services on top like building blocks and spin up services when needed. It's not the traditional way to set…
AtlasOS makes Windows 11 actually usable, but you're trading security for speed
…Feature updates, on the other hand, are disabled entirely. And I'm sure someone will read that and think that's also a good thing, since feature updates tend to add features…
Proxmox Backup Server is the wrong default for small home labs
…It can back up VMs and containers on a schedule, send them to a storage target, and keep enough restore points to recover from normal mistakes. That covers accidental deletions, bad updates…
TrueNAS just made sharing files from your NAS as easy as a Google Drive link
…Otherwise, the UI is fairly friendly and easy to use, like any cloud service along the lines of Google Drive or OneDrive. It actually feels pretty smooth and performant, too. This is…
I asked Claude to improve my home lab and it was wild
…You can find his work on AndroidPolice, GuidingTech and TechWiser. Whether it’s demystifying system updates, deciphering error codes, or exploring hidden features, Parth’s prose guides readers through the binary maze…
Microsoft’s plan to improve Windows 11 might actually win me back
…Widget and update control Long overdue I cover Windows Insider builds and run multiple virtual machines to check for upcoming features. Reinstalling, clean installing, and updating Windows is a big part of…
Every month Windows gets an emergency patch, and I'm running out of reasons to stay
…These updates are essential because they prioritize your device’s security, patch newly discovered vulnerabilities, fix bugs, and occasionally introduce some new features. It’s all fine and dandy until you install…
I replaced my core Windows 11 apps with open-source alternatives — and I don't regret it
…The app is open-source and uses ~300 MB of storage. It was everything I wished Microsoft had done. Features like custom key bindings, sorting files and folders with tags, and file…