Things I build, break, fix, and write about

Unlock the power of geofencing for your smart home! Discover how this innovative technology enhances convenience, security, and energy efficiency effortlessly.

Revamp your home networking with a Raspberry Pi! Discover cost-effective, customizable projects that enhance security, privacy, and overall performance in your tech haven.

What I Discovered While Automating My Home with Open Source Solutions

Is your home security system keeping up with today's advancements? Discover the key indicators for an upgrade and how modern tech can enhance your safety.

As AI transforms the workplace, understanding its impact on job roles and productivity is vital. Discover how this technology reshapes white-collar employment dynamics.

Explore the future of software development with vibe coding—a transformative approach blending AI and creativity, empowering everyone to code effortlessly.

Explore the world of indoor gardening in 2025, where smart tech meets stylish design. Discover top systems that cater to every space and lifestyle.

A Practical Guide to Segmenting Your Home Network for Better Security in Cybersecurity Baseline metrics Current network layout I mapped the house network

Explore the SOPS v3.10.2 installation, security verification, container images, SBOM, and release notes for a comprehensive guide on this essential tool.

Learn to set up Telegram notifications for Rundeck jobs using the rundeck-notify GoLang application. Get instant alerts for job events directly on your device.

The UK’s Investigatory Powers Tribunal delivers a groundbreaking ruling on Apple’s Advanced Data Protection, highlighting the critical balance between privacy, security, and transparency.

restic v0.18.0 brings security improvements, bug fixes, feature enhancements, dependency updates, and experimental features for a more robust backup solution.

Explore the power of Proxmox VE in building a scalable and flexible homelab, a vital tool for IT professionals refining their practical skills.

Unlocking efficient development is easy with Docker Compose. In this guide, discover how to streamline your workflow, enhance collaboration, and simplify local environments.

Learn to measure internet speed directly from your Sophos firewall, bypassing internal network issues. This guide covers essential CLI methods.

n8n version 1.109.2 is out, featuring crucial bug fixes, including a fallback removal for Basic LLM Chain Node and a corrected OIDC configuration update path.

Apple’s Legal Battle Against UK Government Over Encryption: The Latest Updates Apple Fights Back Against UK’s Encryption Crackdown The battle between Apple and the UK government over encrypted data...

Apple Bows to UK Government, Sacrificing User Privacy In an alarming turn of events, Apple has bowed to the UK government’s demands by removing Advanced Data Protection (ADP) for iCloud users in the...

Revitalize your outdated security devices into useful tools for your smart home. Discover creative ways to repurpose old tech, saving money and reducing waste.

Introduction Ever tried shouting at your house to turn off the lights only to be met with silence? The struggles of getting smart home devices to respond to voice commands can leave you feeling more...

Practical guidance on choosing an MQTT broker for IoT, covering security, scalability, performance and migration.

Run Home Assistant without a Raspberry Pi: hardware options, HAOS or container installs, networking and maintenance.

When a mailbox is compromised, it can lead to a surge of spam and harmful emails, threatening your organization's reputation. This guide offers key steps to manage and clear the email spool on your...

Uptime Kuma 1.23.16 is out with crucial security fixes, addressing CVE-2024-56331's LFI issue and updating dependencies for improved security.

Age v1.2.1 addresses a critical security vulnerability, enforcing new plugin naming conventions. Users should update to ensure system security.