The concept of building your own hydroelectric generator seems simple at face value: use gravity to impart as much force as ...

This newsletter is dedicated to the memory of Gordon Mah Ung, founder and host of The Full Nerd, and executive editor of ...

But what about Single-Board Computers that cost less than $100? While it’s kind of a disaster on Arm systems, x86 boards are ...

Using “cold storage”—drives that aren’t powered on regularly—is one of the safest ways to store data (yes, even safer than a ...

The rising cost of smart devices, subscription services, and smart home tech has made people look for affordable, flexible alternatives. That's exactly where Raspberry Pi shines. This small, ...

Have you ever wished for a simple, affordable way to centralize your files, stream media, or back up your data—without shelling out hundreds of dollars for a commercial solution? Here’s the good news: ...

Self-hosting your data and services with Network Attached Storage (NAS) is a great way to free yourself from the spiraling costs and tangled web of subscription fees. Whether you’re simply looking to ...

Over the last decade, the open-source movement has not only transformed the world of software, but also catalyzed a sweeping revolution in hardware tinkering. At the heart of this shift lies a ...