6 things your NAS can do that have nothing to do with storage
…typing IP-and-port strings. A reverse proxy fixes that, routing each service to a tidy hostname with proper HTTPS. On a Synology you don't even need Docker for it: the…
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I replaced 6 paid subscriptions with a homelab on an old laptop — here's the full stack
…I have been using Docker for all my apps and websites online for more than a year now. Still, while setting up the server, I had to go through several Docker troubleshooting…
The USB-C port on your phone supports much more than controllers, and these are the best uses for it
…have a full setup ready to go with a single port. Likewise, you may be able to use a USB-C docking station to connect the monitor and all your peripherals in…
Your old Android phone is a better thin client than most mini PCs
…You'll also find basics like a per-app resizable windows, proper multitasking and a layout that actually makes sense with a keyboard and mouse. Google has been trying to make this…
My Google Pixel replaced my laptop for home lab management, and I stopped carrying a computer entirely
…What started as a simple NAS now includes a whole range of Docker containers , virtual machines, and monitoring tools. I depend on these tools daily, and as part of maintenance, I have…
I used Claude, Gemini, and ChatGPT to create my personal website, and there was a clear winner
…act as a senior web developer and UI/UX designer to build a high-end, multi-page portfolio that reflects my specific brand as a tech analyst and productivity expert. I didn…
I'm never buying a Synology NAS again, and the reason isn't what you'd think
…Bluetooth adapters Support for multiple dynamic DNS providers, in favor of its own service Removal of many third-party open-source packages from the app store Swapping Docker out for its own…
I use n8n every day to manage my finances, and it has massively improved my life
…You can get the Docker image and decide to self-host the app on your computer, or even on a Raspberry Pi or NAS. Once you have it up and running, it…
DisplayPort is everywhere except TVs, and it's quietly limiting PC gamers
…Many GPUs come with multiple ports, and most of these are reserved for the DisplayPort interface, with one (at best) dedicated to HDMI. This is fine if you only have a single…
HP's cyberboard looked revolutionary until I actually used it
…Some models also come with a 65W USB-C power source, and the HP USB-C dongle, which plugs into your monitor's HDMI port, and adds Ethernet, and another HDMI port…