My Rig
A developer details the evolution of his high-performance workstation builds from 2003 to 2020, focusing on hardware for demanding software tasks.
A developer details the evolution of his high-performance workstation builds from 2003 to 2020, focusing on hardware for demanding software tasks.
Explains the meaning of the four-digit model numbers for Dell Latitude laptops, detailing series, screen size, generation, and device type.
A technical guide detailing the challenges and solutions for running Linux on a Samsung Chronos 7 laptop, focusing on performance and heat management.
An overview of Hyperconverged Infrastructure (HCI), its market growth, key vendors, and practical use cases in the data center.
A guide to creating a decorative clock for an IT office using vintage tech components like a floppy disk and an old tape reel.
A developer details the hardware and software setup process for integrating a vintage DEC VT220 terminal into their modern Linux workflow for reading email.
A guide to building a home lab using an Intel NUC for IT learning and experimentation with hypervisors and operating systems.
A developer details the software, hardware, and audio equipment used to create a screencast series for a web development course.
A personal roundup of the software, hardware, games, and books used by the author throughout the year, with a focus on technology and tools.
A technical note confirming that the Intel Celeron J1900 CPU supports Extended Page Tables (EPT) for virtualization, contrary to Intel's official documentation.
A recap of the first HackISU hackathon at Iowa State, where 150 students built creative tech projects in 24 hours.
A warning about buying cheap, 'upgraded' SD cards on eBay, explaining how they are fake and will corrupt your data.
A step-by-step guide to removing the hard drive from a Toshiba Portege A200 laptop for disposal or replacement.
A tech professional details the hardware and peripherals on their office desk, including a Microsoft Surface Pro, docking station, and monitors.
A look back at the Dell Optiplex GX620 USFF, highlighting its unique compact design and hefty external power supply from 2006.
A developer's journey from basic electronics to building a processor, exploring how hardware and software combine to create programs.
Guide to fixing Ubuntu 12.04 issues on Asus N56VZ laptop, covering subwoofer, ethernet, and multimedia buttons.
Explores how the nature of technology work at startups has evolved, contrasting traditional hardware-focused ventures with modern software startups leveraging open source.
A summary of the second Tokyo Hackerspace meeting, covering updates, attendee interests, and a custom prototyping board project.