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1/31/2024
Pi-hole and WireGuard - How to Host Your Own DNS-based Ad Blocker (Works at Home and Remotely)
Learn how to create an ad-free internet experience on all your devices with our guide on setting up Pi-hole and WireGuard. Say goodbye to ads and hello to privacy and speed!
1/30/2024
Simplifying VPN Setup - An Introduction to WireGuard Easy for Self-Hosted VPNs
It doesn't have to be a pain to self-host your own VPN. With WireGuard Easy, you'll have an incredibly simple way to securely set up and configure your very own WireGuard VPN. Here's how.
1/29/2024
The 10 Best Linux Desktop Environments (2024 Update)
The best part about Linux is that you can customize everything... but, that also comes with a lot of difficult choices, such as which desktop environment to use. Let us help you with that decision.
1/3/2024
How To Install NoMachine on Linux for the Perfect Remote Desktop Experience (Even Better Than Windows RDP)
It's extremely nice to have a remote desktop for work, but not everyone wants to rely on the most common solution - Windows. It's an expensive resource hog. Here's a better alternative...
1/1/2024
Plausible vs. Matomo - What's The Best Self-Hosted Google Analytics Alternative?
Knowing your website's numbers and where your traffic is coming from is crucial, but not everyone wants to share it with Google. Here's how to have the best of both worlds.
12/18/2023
How To Route Your Docker Containers Through a VPN (Gluetun Guide)
Docker is an incredibly convenient tool for self-hosting your favorite applications. But what if you just want one of your containers routed through a VPN and not all? Here's the easiest way to do just that.
12/12/2023
YunoHost - The Easiest Way To Self-Host Your Favorite Apps (Set It Up Within 15-Minutes)
Managing all of your applications individually can be a bit of a pain. That said, YunoHost can help simplify your self-hosting experience. Let me explain more...
12/2/2023
How To Easily Launch a New WooCommerce Store in 2024 (Beginner Friendly)
WooCommerce is an incredible eCommerce platform, and it can be much easier than you think to launch a new store (you don't have to be a Linux guru). Let us show you how.
11/24/2023
WordPress vs. Ghost - What’s the Right CMS for You in 2024?
WordPress has been on top of the CMS game for years now, but with viable competitors like Ghost starting to gain traction... is it time to make the switch yet? Or is WordPress still king?
11/19/2023
How To Install Ghost on Ubuntu 22.04 - A Step-by-Step Guide to Setting Up Your New Blog
While WordPress has reigned king for quite a while in terms of content management systems, Ghost is catching on quickly for good reason. Here's why, and how to install it.
11/11/2023
WooCommerce vs. Shopify - Choosing the Right E-commerce Platform for Your Business
There is never been a better time to start an e-commerce brand. The industry is booming, and you'll consistently see two platforms mentioned - WooCommerce, and Shopify. But what's the right platform for your brand? Let's find out.