Tesla Tires, Rims and Those Pesky Curb Rashes
10 Min Read
Since my story on having a flat tire with my Model Y, I’ve gotten a lot of messages asking about …
How-Tos
How-tos are detailed posts explaining the way stuff works and how to get things done.
Which Synology NAS to Buy: A Quick Guide on Picking a Real Storage Server
13 Min Read
If you have read my primer post on network-attached storage (NAS) servers, it’s pretty clear that I’ve unapologetically picked Synology …
Owning an EV: Driving, Maintaining, and that Range Anxiety
17 Min Read
After over 20,000 miles on my 2021 Tesla Model Y Long Range, my 2-plus-year move from gas, or internal combustion …
ASUS Wi-Fi Hardware 101: Features, Real-world Performances, Models, and More
7 Min Read
If you have questions like “What’s the best ASUS router / Zenwifi mesh system?”—you’re reading the right post. It includes …
Extending Coverage the Easy Way: A Guide to Picking the Best Wi-Fi Extenders
9 Min Read
In case it’s not clear, I’m not a fan of Wi-Fi extenders—often incorrectly referred to as “Wi-Fi boosters” which don’t …
Synology Mesh Review: A Friendly Way to Create a Pro Wi-Fi System at Home
14 Min Read
Synology first added mesh capability to its Wi-Fi 5 router back in October 2018 with the release of the MR2200ac. …
Ransomware Explained, Prevention, and Contingency: Simple Ways to Stay Safe
12 Min Read
For almost a decade—and counting—ransomware has been a massive security headache for individuals and businesses alike. More than just some …
Microsoft Account is a Raw Deal: How to 100% Avoid It on a Windows Computer
6 Min Read
This post will help you deal with that dreadful practice of Microsoft where it forces you to use an online …
Summer in Hawaii: An Uncool ICE Driving Experience and Some Handy Traveling Tips
9 Min Read
And I’m back. If you didn’t notice, I hadn’t posted anything new for over a week. That was not out …
Tips on Travel Light: How to Turn Your Laptop into a Travel Router or Wi-Fi Hotspot
8 Min Read
Lately, I’ve gotten many messages asking for a recommendation on “travel routers.” Summer is here, and folks want to stay …
