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16 February 2026
AI
Maintaining user agency in AI decision-making

Maintain clear AI control by keeping decisions visible and reversible so you retain agency in your homelab; require explicit confirmation for critical actions, log inputs, model version and confidence, and provide a simple rollback command.

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16 February 2026
Deals
Metroid Prime 4: Beyond + 3 more Amazon tech bargains

Discover Metroid Prime 4: Beyond and three more tech deals this week on Amazon.

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15 February 2026
AI
Implementing a patch management strategy for your homelab

Implement a Patch Management Strategy for your homelab by keeping an accurate inventory and prioritising updates for internet-facing and critical systems. Test updates in a sandbox, automate low-risk installs, use canary rollouts, and report outstanding critical CVEs weekly.

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15 February 2026
Home Network
Validating Secure Boot behaviour in Windows updates

Prepare for Patch Tuesday by testing Secure Boot behaviour and power state transitions on your hosts before a broad rollout. Use a staged pilot, keep backups, and confirm BitLocker, Hyper-V and remote access remain stable after updates; monitor for recovery prompts, driver failures and login problems.

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14 February 2026
Home Lab
Understanding Microsoft Licensing for Homelabs

Discover essential tips for navigating Microsoft licensing in your homelab. Learn how to avoid pitfalls and maintain compliance while optimising your setup.

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9 February 2026
Rambles
Weekly Tech Digest | 09 Feb 2026

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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4 February 2026
Rambles
Weekly Tech Digest | 04 Feb 2026

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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4 February 2026
AI
Mitigating privilege escalation risks in Cisco Intersight

Explore the risks of privilege escalation in Cisco Intersight following CVE-2026-20092. Learn essential steps to secure your appliance and mitigate vulnerabilities effectively.

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3 February 2026
AI
Mitigating XSS vulnerabilities in Cisco Packaged CCE

XSS vulnerabilities in Cisco's Contact Centres pose serious risks. Understanding CVE-2026-20055 and CVE-2026-20109 is vital for prioritising effective security measures.

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2 February 2026
Deals
Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Plus and 2 more Amazon tech bargains

Discover the Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Plus and two more tech deals this week.

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