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My latest project has been mentioned on the FreeBSD quarterly update! I am attempting to port #FreeBSD to the #PinePhonePro with support from https://mastodon.social/@honeyguide@mastodon.africa
Pinephone Pro Support https://www.freebsd.org/status/report-2024-07-2024-09/#_pinephone_pro_support
post-1727845677
After several years of pondering moving to BSD, I finally switched my main desktop from Linux to GhostBSD. I really like how good it looks out of the box, it uses great defaults like fish shell and MATE desktop, and comes with useful tools like Software Station and Station Tweak to make it work the way I want. It's fast, lightweight, and beautiful. It's FreeBSD underpinnings gives a clean base OS separated from user-installed applications, and a well-documented handbook that makes system administration a breeze. I am really enjoying BSD and hope to make contributions going forward.
post-1725036436
Recently, I learned that the Macbook Air laptops do not have glued-in batteries! I just assumed it did, but it turns out it is the work of a few minutes to replace the battery, and I was able to purchase a replacement for my ancient model off Takealot for a reasonable sum. It even came with the necessary tools to unscrew the parts, and iFixit has a great guide on how to do it. #apple #macbook #diy #repair #battery
iFixIt https://www.ifixit.com/Guide/MacBook+Air+11-Inch+Late+2010+Battery+Replacement/4384
post-1723361249
In which I demo the #raspberrypi #handheld #portable #computer I built last year, espousing it's virtues. #video
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The secret to getting great performance out of a Raspberry Pi, even an older one like the model 3B+, is to use the lowest screen resolution possible (in addition to the obvious things like enabling hardware GPU acceleration). Using 720p or less leads to really smooth performance and low memory usage even in the heavy Chromium browser. #raspberrypi #diy #hacking #making
post-1722241378
Every device gets a cert. Every device gets an IP address and a DNS name and end-to-end encryption and an identity, and safely bypasses firewalls. Every device can be a peer.
#internet #decentralization #tailscale
The New Internet https://tailscale.com/blog/new-internet
post-1714463803
Bought a new Android phone and want to remove the bloat, spyware and tracking? Check out Universal Android Debloater Next Generation desktop app that makes this process easy with it's built-in debloat lists for various manufacturers. #android #privacy #bloatware
Github https://github.com/Universal-Debloater-Alliance/universal-android-debloater-next-generation/wiki
post-1709664779
Podcast recommendation: Darknet Diaries. Amazing story telling about tech scams and hacks you should know about. #podcast
Darknet Diaries https://darknetdiaries.com/
post-1704807583
How to Build a Small Solar Power System: an in-depth article that goes into all the details and nuances of running devices and small appliances off solar panels. Well worth the read if you want to DIY your own solar solutions. #solar #maker #diy
LOW←TECH MAGAZINE
https://solar.lowtechmagazine.com/2023/12/how-to-build-a-small-solar-power-system/
post-1704725337
New birds spotted around my house: two Spotted thick-knee that laid eggs, and a Greater striped swallow. #birding #photo
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I enjoyed reading this, a lot! Actually the whole issue is an awesome read, check it out! #ai #chatbot #humour #future #dating
Emotional Intelligence Amplification https://asteriskmag.com/issues/03/emotional-intelligence-amplification
post-1703242140
Podcast recommendation: Late Night Linux. If you are into Linux and open source, this family of podcast shows has awesome content, humour, and hosts. #podcast #recommendation
Late Night Linux https://latenightlinux.com/about/
Nextcloud Hosting
Today I'm launching my new business called Nextcloud Hosting, providing a private cloud server for your data hosted in South Africa.
post-1699772999
This is not a photo of an old CRT screen, it's cool-retro-term! It's such a convincing emulation of a CRT display, after a few days of using it, I'm amazed at how good modern LCDs are! I also enjoy how the retro look takes me back to the 90s and makes me enjoy text-based programs a whole lot more. #nostalgia #retro #terminal
post-1697782290
Mechanical Watch - an incredible interactive blog post detailing the mechanisms and workings of a mechanical pocket watch. Simply mind-blowing.
Bartosz Ciechanowski https://ciechanow.ski/mechanical-watch/
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Neal.fun - a bunch of absolutely delightful interactive apps. Be sure to check out Space Elevator!
Neal.fun https://neal.fun/
post-1697372646
Podcast recommendation: The Art of Manliness. Interesting topics, awesome guests, and great production. #podcast #recommendation
AoM Podcast https://www.artofmanliness.com/podcast/
