A proper network blueprint is mostly unglamorous discipline, VLANs with a job, DNS that stays in its lane, firewall rules that mean something, and DHCP reservations that do not rely on memory. Get that wrong, and the first odd device will expose it.
Windows has a habit of putting Copilot back after updates, so I check policy first, then the package itself. If you need to remove Microsoft Copilot...
SurfSense installation on Docker guides you to run a self-hosted AI agent on your machine. Get Docker running, use a named volume for persistent data, reserve ports 3000 and 8000, and start with one...
Learn how to set up a reliable DNS server for your home lab using minimal hardware and software. This guide provides step-by-step instructions for a seamless experience.
Unlock the full potential of your Intel N100 mini PC with Frigate and Amcrest PoE cameras. This detailed guide walks you through setup and optimization for efficient monitoring.
Check your meter label and paperwork before touching SDR gear. If your smart gas meter uses Wireless M‑Bus, start listening on 433 MHz and 868 MHz with rtl_433 or metermon and a tuned antenna. If...
Circadian Lighting Automation in Home Assistant matches your lights to the day. Use tunable white bulbs, group lights, and set sunrise, sunset and midday triggers. Start with one room, test kelvin and...
Home Assistant Automation: Build reliable automations with device triggers, blueprints and YAML. Use device_trigger and binary_sensor to cut CPU use. Test automations with the trace tool, keep your...
I build Kubernetes clusters to survive real faults, not to win configuration contests. This guide shows what I do during Kubernetes setup to raise cluster resilience, and which common pitfalls I slide...
Dual OptiPlex Homelab: Print the case on a Bambu P1S in PETG-GF. Fit and wire two OptiPlex boards. You get print settings, cable management methods, cooling fixes and simple automation tips. Use them...
Turn Dell Chromebook 3100 units into cheap Chromebook thin clients for your home automation and remote desktop use. Record serials, remove school management, install Chromium OS Flex or minimal Debian...
Proxmox Backup Server snapshots can yield corrupt metadata if taken while PBS is active. Plan snapshots to separate PBS maintenance from your VM backup windows. Export your config and keys off the...
