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A Compact SSD NVR for Home Security from Hikvision

Many apartment owners, private households, and small businesses are looking for affordable yet reliable security solutions. One such device is the Hikvision DS-E04NI-Q1 – a compact NVR (Network Video Recorder) for 4 IP cameras that combines easy setup, an intuitive… >>>
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DNSSEC: How Domain Name Security Works

The classic Domain Name System (DNS) is one of the key components of how the Internet works. However, in its basic form DNS does not have a mechanism to verify the authenticity of data. To solve this problem, we use… >>>
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GaN Chargers: Compact Size, Maximum Power

Today, a charger has become almost as important as the smartphone or laptop itself. We are used to the idea that power equals size, but the emergence of GaN (Gallium Nitride) technology has changed everything. In this article, I will… >>>
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Review Kingston DataTraveler SE9 G3

The Kingston DataTraveler SE9 G3 (DTSE9G3/64GB) is a stylish metal-bodied USB flash drive. In this Kingston DataTraveler SE9 G3 review, I will find out if its performance matches its premium look. The 64 GB version offers a good amount of… >>>
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Ubiquiti replacement under the RMA program

Recently, I had to navigate the Ubiquiti RMA process for my UXG-Lite router due to a hardware failure. This experience was a masterclass in international logistics and manufacturer warranty policies. In this post, I describe every stage in detail. What… >>>
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Connecting a Dahua IP camera to UniFi Protect

Connecting a Dahua IP camera to UniFi Protect is a great way to integrate your surveillance into the Ubiquiti ecosystem. This became possible with the recent update for devices like the Cloud Gateway Ultra and the new UCG-Max. Previously only… >>>
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Raspberry Pi 5 and NVMe SSD: how to set up and work with the new media

Setting up a Raspberry Pi 5 and NVMe SSD is the ultimate upgrade for anyone running a 24/7 home server or high-performance applications. While microSD cards are convenient for testing, they often fail under intense I/O loads; migrating to an… >>>
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Review of the TP-Link Tapo L530E Smart Bulb

Smart lighting has long ceased to be exotic, but choosing the right brand is key. In this TP-Link Tapo L530E review, I’ll explain why I chose this model over ‘no-name’ alternatives. The first thing that convinced me to make this… >>>
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Overview of the new EdgeRouter OS v3.0

I bought a Ubiquiti EdgeRouter X router quite a while ago, sometime in November 2020. Until today, I thought that the project was already closed, but the recent release of the third version changed everything. In this EdgeRouter OS v3.0… >>>

