2025-09-13 19:31:18
Building a powerful home lab is a great way to sharpen your IT skills, but the cost of new equipment can be a major roadblock. While consumer-grade hardware is an option, it often lacks the features, durability, and performance needed for a serious lab environment. The good news is you don’t have to break the bank to get professional-grade gear.
2025-09-13 19:01:19
When building a new PC or server, or upgrading your existing build, your first instinct is to make sure you've got a quality CPU and GPU, with a good motherboard and VRM to take full advantage of your processors. You'll also want to make sure you've got a good cooling solution, particularly if you plan to get deep into overclocking and adjusting your memory timings.
2025-09-13 18:01:19
If you own a Steam Deck, you're already aware of how expensive some of the official or third-party accessories can be. As a maker at heart who often turns to 3D printing for my projects, I decided to skip spending money on every little add-on and fire up my 3D printer instead. 3D printing has always saved me from buying expensive things, and this time was no different. Not only did it save me a ton of cash, but the process was also a lot of fun. Here’s a look at the accessories I 3D printed for my Steam Deck.
2025-09-13 17:00:18
I'm not averse to paid apps. A commercial app points to a certain amount of polish and support. However, the constant nickel-and-dime to-and-fro over subscription prices and AI-enshitification of some of the most popular paid apps has made me look for open-source alternatives wherever possible. But that's not always the easiest task when it comes to creative tools. Industry experts and tutorials always point to Adobe's suite as the top option for getting professional-level results. It makes sense since Lightroom and Photoshop are deeply entrenched in the world of photography and image editing. The tools are polished, powerful, and considered essential for anyone serious about giving their photos a professional edge. However, as polished and powerful as these apps are, sometimes the most popular tool isn't the best tool for the job. And ever-so-often, it might just be the niche, understated option that nobody is talking about.
2025-09-13 13:01:21
I've clocked my fair share of hours into Arma 3 with my friends. It may be 12 years old, but it's one of the more in-depth military simulators I've ever played. In fact, with so many years under its belt, its community has been hard at work developing mods and unique experiences that make it better than ever before.
2025-09-13 12:36:19
Just because you built a project yourself doesn't mean it has to look rough. There are plenty of kits available that create a handy gadget while also looking incredible, and those are always my favorite. Such is the case of the ESPTimeCast, which comes with a ton of features and looks good doing so.
