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The Linux Advantage: Why it Outshines Windows in Performance and Security

Linux offers superior performance and security compared to Windows. Its lightweight design and efficient resource management ensure faster boot times and smoother multitasking. With its open-source nature, Linux benefits from a large community of developers constantly improving its security features, making it a reliable choice for those prioritizing performance and safety.

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Raspberry Pi4, tmux, and ssh for the win

In 2020 I used the RPi4 (2GB model) as my daily driver for about two months. The 2GB model was a rock star for my minimal computing. It booted while automatically connecting to my VPN provider . The real heart of my computing experience came from tmux and ssh. These two together are quite the […]

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Automating yt-dlp Downloading

Project Summary: I leverage yt-dlp on a regular basis and wanted a way to automate the process to some extent. Therefore I wanted a way to add media URLs to a text file which yt-dlp could then read, download URLs, and start fresh. In addition I wanted the files to be made available in a […]

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Starting Your Own Homelab

A homelab is a personal lab in which one explores and experiments with computer networking gear, technologies, and platforms. In theory where a home server (physical, virtual, or software) exists, so does a homelab. Not all homelabs are equal as they often reflect the owners curiosity and expertise. The owners of these labs are hobbyist […]

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Low Powered, Least Resource

The technologies available to us have continued to grow exponentially since the twentieth century. No longer are we trying to achieve something more to improve our daily lives, rather we are simply trying to see what we can do next for the sake of creating. Perhaps unwittingly we are also fostering a low effort society […]