Static Site Generators Revisited
I've been a WordPress advocate for a while now, but I decided to use a static site generator for a new project. So, has my opinion on SSGs changed?
Domain Squatters Are The Scum Of The Earth
I wanted to register quirk.uk, but arsehole domain squatters are getting in the way and making that almost impossible.
How To Setup Pi-hole On A Synology NAS
Using a Pi-hole on your network is a great way of blocking adverts and protecting you from tracking at a network level. In this post I'm going to take you through setting up Pi-hole on a Synology NAS using Docker.
How To Use Your Own Router With Plusnet Fibre Broadband
A while back, I wrote a post on how to use a TP-Link router with Sky Fibre broadband. Since writing that post, I've changed ISP to Plusnet.
How To Make Ubuntu Work Like Windows 10
Want your Ubuntu installation to look like Windows 10? Here's how...
Which Is The Best WordPress Caching Plugin?
I've tested some of the most popular caching plugins available for Wordpress, and decided to write this post with the results.
Synology vs Nextcloud - Which Is Better For A Home Server?
Which is better for a home server? A Synology and its apps, or Nextcloud?
Email Is Not Broken
I've been reading a lot of hyperbole lately around how broken email is. Sure, email has problems, but is it actually broken? I don't think so.
How To Use A TP-Link Router With Sky Fibre Optic
The Sky OEM router is fine for the vast majority of cases, but if you want more functionality, better signal strength, or advanced features like VPN support or parental controls, you’re going to want to use a TP-Link router with Sky fibre.
How To Create An IndieWeb Profile
I've written about the IndieWeb in the past, but it can be little complicated and confusing to get started. In this post I'm going to take you through creating an IndieWeb profile.
How To Backup Nextcloud
Nextcloud is a fantastic system, but it's not your backup. This post will show you how to backup Nextcloud so you can ensure your data is safe.
Why Does Logitech Hate Left Handed People?
Logitech don't make a left-handed mice, and after a bit of research it seems that the issue goes much further than just this device.
How Much Does It Cost To Run This Blog?
My wife recently asked me how much it costs me to run this blog. I wasn't really sure to be honest, so I looked into it and the results were surprising. So I thought I would share the details to give you guys a general idea how much it costs to run a blog.
How Does Mastodon Work?
I’ve spoken about Mastodon numerous times on this blog. It is the social media platform I use more than any other, but for a new user it can be confusing because it doesn’t work like other social media sites.
Centralisation and Mastodon
The founder of Mastodon recently announced that he has started a second flagship instance. Is it a good thing to have flagship instances, or does the centralisation of Mastodon do more harm than good?
My Thoughts On Pop OS 20.04 After One Month
A little over a month ago, I installed Pop OS 20.04 on both my laptop and my desktop, so I thought I'd write a post on how I've found it so far.
My History With Blogging
Blogging takes tenacity, commitment and experience. I thought I'd write a post about my blogging history to show that none of us get it right at first.
Mothballing The Meta Blog & My Plans For This Blog
A few days ago I asked for advice on [whether it was a good idea for me to start The Meta Blog. In this post I talk about the decision I've made and why
Was Creating A Dedicated Niche Blog A Bad Idea?
A couple of weeks ago, I launched The Meta Blog, but now I'm having second thoughts. This post goes through some of my thoughts and concerns about making a second niche blog.
How To Start A Blog If You're Not A Nerd
So you want to start a blog, but you don't have a masters degree in computing? I think that everyone should be able to blog, regardless of their technical ability. This post will give you everything you need to get going.