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7 December 2025
Rambles
Weekly Tech Digest | 07 Dec 2025

Stay updated with the latest in tech! This digest covers AI ethics, auto industry shifts, and the impact of politics on technology, exploring today's pressing issues.

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7 December 2025
AI
Best practices for Sophos XGS HA cluster configurations

I’ll walk through how I configure Peer Administration on a Sophos XGS HA cluster so you can avoid the usual gotchas. This guide uses a practical, example-led approach. I cover network assessment, peer admin addresses, DHCP configuration, firewall rules and a few checks to prove the setup works. I use short, specific steps and real […]

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6 December 2025
AI
Addressing Microsoft login session reuse in Sophos Connect

Discover how to configure Sophos Connect to enforce login prompts for SSO users, preventing authentication failures and ensuring smooth third-party access.

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5 December 2025
AI
Using n8n snapshots for reliable backups

n8n backup patterns: Use CLI exports, database dumps and VM snapshots for layered protection. Automate daily exports and weekly snapshots, keep one offsite copy, and encrypt credential backups. Test restores monthly on a separate host and document the steps. Follow this guide to set up routines that actually restore your workflows and credentials.

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5 December 2025
AI
Choosing Reliable Self-Hosted Accounting Software for UK Self-Employed

Discover the essentials of choosing reliable self-hosted accounting software for UK self-employed individuals, ensuring data control and efficient financial management.

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5 December 2025
AI
Creating a wall-mounted dashboard with Home Assistant

Home Assistant Tablet Dashboard offers a wall-mounted control panel for your smart home. You will learn how to pick hardware, install Home Assistant, build a fast Lovelace dashboard and keep the tablet responsive day to day.

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4 December 2025
AI
Restoring your Nest Thermostat with NoLongerEvil firmware

Keep Your Nest Thermostat Running Without Google: A How-to Guide I ran a Nest that stopped talking to Google. I flashed replacement firmware and got local control back. This guide shows the exact steps I used. It covers backups, flashing, verification, privacy options and Home Assistant Integration. Follow it carefully. Read the project docs and […]

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3 December 2025
AI
Navigating n8n configuration pitfalls

Avoid common n8n configuration pitfalls with this guide. Discover symptoms, diagnostics, and step-by-step fixes for setup issues and troubleshooting.

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3 December 2025
AI
Configuring n8n for enhanced security practices

Secure your n8n automation workflows with essential practices to mitigate risks. Explore practical steps for robust security in this comprehensive guide.

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2 December 2025
AI
Implementing a secure backup strategy for your NAS

Creating a Secure Backup Strategy for Your NAS: Lessons from the UGREEN DH2300 Experience I run a UGREEN DH2300 as my primary NAS in my home lab. I treat it like a live system, not a toy. That changed how I design backup routines. This guide lays out the steps I took, the mistakes I […]

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