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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… >>>
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Review of Samsung NVMe SSD for Raspberry Pi 5
In this Samsung NVMe SSD for Raspberry Pi 5 review, I will share my experience connecting, configuring, and testing this drive alongside the Waveshare PoE M.2 HAT+. I purchased a PoE M.2 HAT+ adapter from Waveshare for my Raspberry Pi… >>>
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Using an SSH key to connect to the UniFi Network
Ubiquiti’s UniFi Network Controller provides a user-friendly interface for network management, but for deeper diagnostics and configuration, command line access via SSH is sometimes required. For security and convenience, you should implement UniFi SSH key authentication instead of relying on… >>>
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Review of PoE M.2 HAT for Raspberry Pi 5 from Waveshare
The Raspberry Pi 5 is a beast, but the lack of an official PoE solution from the Foundation is the elephant in the room. While everyone else is waiting for rumors to become reality, I decided to take matters into… >>>
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Comparison of RJ45 connectors Cat 5e, Cat 6 and Cat 6a
In this comparison of RJ45 connectors Cat 5e Cat 6 Cat 6a, we will look at how internal design impacts high-speed networking. At first glance, all RJ-45 connectors look the same, regardless of category. However, in practice, there are significant… >>>
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Mission Center – Windows-style task manager
The power of the graphical interface In the Linux world, it is traditionally customary to focus on text interfaces. However, for those seeking a modern UI, the Mission Center task manager for Linux offers a familiar Windows 11 experience. Here… >>>
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How to use Raspberry Pi Connect
Introduction One of the most convenient ways to remotely control a Raspberry Pi has traditionally been to use a VNC server, which allows you to access the Raspberry Pi’s graphical interface via a local network or from the outside. However,… >>>
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Website availability monitoring using UptimeRobot
Introduction Setting up website availability monitoring using UptimeRobot is a crucial final step for anyone hosting a blog or service on a home server. While local tools tell you how your hardware is performing, UptimeRobot acts as an external observer,… >>>
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Configuring Email Notifications in Zabbix
Introduction In this guide, I will describe in detail configuring email notifications in Zabbix via SMTP, so you can stay informed without constantly checking the dashboard. When reviewing metrics in Zabbix, sometimes it’s not enough to just check the Current… >>>