

125: Tiny Mini Micro Systems FTW
40 snips Jun 14, 2024
Exploring mini-PC surprises, Tube Archivist usage, Nextcloud updates, stacking automations with Bitfocus Companion, Lenovo Thinkcentre Tiny systems, Dell Refurbished options, cloud-free smart home gadgets, self-hosted YouTube media server, open-source spreadsheet alternative, device control with Streamdeck, Unraid OS benefits, Z-Wave vs Zigbee networks comparison, managing YouTube content for kids, and reminiscing trends and meetup announcements.
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Manual Fiber Installation
- Alex is anticipating fiber internet installation in his neighborhood.
- The process has been surprisingly manual, with workers digging by hand.
Mini-PC Surprise
- Alex received a Lenovo M720Q mini-PC from a listener.
- He discovered it has a socketed desktop CPU, upgradeable RAM, and multiple M.2 slots.
PiKVM for Homelab
- Use a PiKVM as keyboard, video, and mouse for your homelab machines.
- This simplifies connections and reduces cable clutter.