Automation & DevOps

Turn Your Old Android Phone into a Full Linux Server in 2026

Discover how to repurpose your old Android phone as a genuine Linux server running Ubuntu 24.04 LTS with full system-level integration. This guide covers Jellyfin, Samba, and Tailscale setup without Docker, chroot, or proot—just pure init and auto-boot functionality.

13 min read | 58 views | Mar 13, 2026

LibreOffice Online Returns: What Self-Hosters Need to Know in 2026

After a four-year hiatus, LibreOffice Online development has officially resumed in 2026. This comprehensive guide explores what this means for self-hosters, compares it with existing solutions like OnlyOffice and Collabora, and provides practical deployment strategies.

12 min read | 87 views | Mar 04, 2026

Digital Independence Day: Taking Back Control with Self-Hosted Social Media

On Digital Independence Day, we explore how tech professionals can escape surveillance capitalism by self-hosting decentralized social media. This comprehensive guide covers the Fediverse, practical implementation strategies, and why 2026 is the year to reclaim your data sovereignty.

13 min read | 69 views | Mar 03, 2026

The 1-Person Company Revolution: How Automation Makes It Possible

The era of the 1-person company is here. With advanced automation, AI, and cloud tools, solo entrepreneurs can now build and scale businesses that previously required entire teams. This guide explores the tech stack and mindset making it possible.

10 min read | 81 views | Mar 03, 2026

What's Wrong with Microsoft in 2026? A SysAdmin's Perspective

From Teams breaking every few months to Windows 11's built-in Teams that doesn't work, Microsoft's software quality has become a daily frustration for IT professionals. We explore what's really going wrong and how sysadmins are coping.

11 min read | 64 views | Mar 03, 2026

Sysadmin's New Job Nightmare: How to Avoid & Fix It

A sysadmin left a comfortable role for a new position, only to discover a completely neglected IT environment on day one. This comprehensive guide explores how to spot red flags before accepting a job and provides actionable steps to recover from technical debt using modern automation practices.

11 min read | 67 views | Mar 03, 2026

Why Users Use Work Email for Personal Tasks (And How to Stop It)

IT administrators everywhere face the same frustrating scenario: employees using corporate email for personal tasks. This comprehensive guide explores why this happens, the real risks involved, and actionable strategies to address it in 2026.

13 min read | 68 views | Mar 02, 2026

Redesigning Calibre-Web: A 2026 Guide to Modern Self-Hosted Libraries

The Calibre-Web redesign concept sparked major discussion in self-hosting communities. This guide explores what a modern ebook management system needs in 2026, from automated metadata to Docker deployment and user experience improvements.

11 min read | 81 views | Mar 01, 2026

Dashboard Obsession: How Homelab Dashboards Spark Hardware Upgrades

That moment when you discover configurable dashboards and suddenly need to install more services just to populate widgets. This common homelab phenomenon often leads to server overload and expensive hardware upgrades. Here's how to manage dashboard obsession without breaking the bank.

11 min read | 70 views | Feb 28, 2026

15,000 Lines of YAML/CSS: Home Assistant's Ultimate Power

When a Home Assistant setup reaches 15,000 lines of YAML and CSS, it transforms from basic automation into a fully customized smart home operating system. This deep dive explores what's possible, the trade-offs, and whether the complexity is worth it.

13 min read | 61 views | Feb 28, 2026

Avoiding Password Reset Delays: A Sysadmin's Guide

Discover how to avoid password reset delays in your IT department. Learn practical tips to streamline processes and enhance efficiency.

6 min read | 62 views | Feb 27, 2026

Framework Laptops in Enterprise: A 1-Year IT Department Review

After a full year of running Framework laptops across a 100-person IT company, we've gathered hard data on what works, what doesn't, and whether the repairability promise holds up in enterprise reality. From DIY assembly to dock compatibility, here's our comprehensive review.

12 min read | 58 views | Feb 26, 2026