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Organizing files and media on a server can feel overwhelming, especially when Proxmox and Docker are in the mix. It’s easy to get lost in mount points, volumes, and permissions. This post offers a clear path to a resilient, accessible file system – even if your server crashes. The Challenge…
Looking for that classic, pixelated look for your game or project? A new 4×6 pixel bitmap font is now available, offering a compact and readable solution for limited-resolution displays. The font was created after a developer needed a smaller font for their game engine’s retro printing plugin. Initially, they used…
CheckCle, the free and open-source infrastructure monitoring platform, just got a major upgrade. This release delivers key features designed to help you scale your observability and gain deeper insights into your systems. What’s New in CheckCle? This release focuses on distributed monitoring and enhanced Docker support, addressing the evolving needs…
Tired of wrestling with Git commands? Giti, a new command-line tool, lets you control Git using plain English. Powered by a fast, local language model (Qwen2.5-Coder, ~1GB), Giti translates your natural language instructions into the equivalent Git commands. Imagine this: Instead of trying to remember the exact syntax for undoing…
Need a fast, reliable way to remove metadata from your files? rMeta is a new open-source utility designed for exactly that. It’s built for speed, simplicity, and, most importantly, privacy. Many existing metadata removal tools have limitations. Some only handle specific file types. Others rely on cloud processing, which raises…
Building a Home Tech Helpdesk: Server, Rack, and Network Setup Starting a tech helpdesk business from home? This post covers setting up a reliable and efficient server and network infrastructure. Choosing the Right Server The Dell PowerEdge R540 is a solid choice for a small business server. With 16 cores,…
This Dell T5810 homelab build is a powerhouse. A recent upgrade transformed this workstation into a versatile server capable of handling everything from Plex transcoding and gaming to AI workloads and document management. Let’s dive into the hardware and software that make this setup tick. Hardware Upgrades for Maximum Performance…
Ever notice those star history charts on GitHub repositories? They’re a neat way to show a project’s growth. But they often look the same, a bit bland, right? A new tool offers a simple way to create custom star history charts that match your project’s look and feel. This allows…
Self-hosting enthusiasts are always looking for the best tools. Nextcloud often takes center stage, but another option deserves attention: OwnCloud Infinite Scale (OCIS). One user recently shared their experience switching from Nextcloud to OCIS. Frustration with Nextcloud’s performance, despite implementing standard optimizations like Redis, Postgres, and FPM, led to the…
Many self-hosters start their cloud journey with Nextcloud. It’s a popular choice, but it can be slow, even with optimization. Some users find the setup process complex. Is there a better option? One user recently explored OwnCloud Infinite Scale (OCIS) and shared their experience. After struggling with Nextcloud’s performance, despite…