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Kali Linux 2025.4 Review

tonyscha — Sat, 21 Feb 2026 14:57:14 +0000

This is a high-level review of Kali Linux, a specialized Linux distribution built for security professionals and enthusiasts. Designed for penetration testing, security research, and other cybersecurity tasks, Kali Linux...

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2025 Homelab setup and upgrade to Dell R530

tonyscha — Sat, 03 Jan 2026 05:00:36 +0000

I wanted to share another homelab update and wrap up what I worked on this year. Last year I mentioned that a server upgrade was on my wishlist, and I...

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2025 Annual Solar Transparency Report

tonyscha — Wed, 31 Dec 2025 21:26:54 +0000

Every year I like to provide an update on my solar generation, electricity usage, month electricity cost and a few other metrics. If you would like to look at previous...

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Modem vs Router vs Firewall: Key Differences Explained

tonyscha — Fri, 12 Dec 2025 03:44:15 +0000

Understanding the difference between a modem, router, and firewall can get confusing, especially when some devices are combined or when multiple devices can contain the same features. Each devices plays...

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Best Hardware for OPNsense in 2026: Mini PCs, DIY Builds, and Appliances

tonyscha — Tue, 02 Dec 2025 04:31:32 +0000

Choosing the right hardware for OPNsense is one of the most important steps when building a reliable firewall or router. The hardware you run OPNsense on affects performance, power consumption,...

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CachyOS Review November 2025: Installation, Features, and Why This Arch Distro Stands Out

tonyscha — Tue, 02 Dec 2025 03:28:20 +0000

CachyOS has been on my list to try out for a while, and with the recent November 2025 (251129 release), I figured now was a great time for a CachyOS...

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Lumo: Proton’s AI Assistant review

tonyscha — Fri, 21 Nov 2025 02:18:49 +0000

I wanted to do a review of Lumo, an AI Assistant by Proton. First you might be asking, who is Proton? Well they are a privacy focused software and service...

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MX Linux 25 “Infinity” Review

tonyscha — Sat, 15 Nov 2025 02:58:59 +0000

Introduction In this MX Linux 25 “Infinity” review, I share my first impressions, what I liked, and areas where MX Linux could improve. Released on November 9, 2025, MX Linux...

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Unraid Review: Eight Months of Corrupted Flash Drive Issues and What I Learned

tonyscha — Wed, 05 Nov 2025 03:34:36 +0000

It’s been about eight months since I first set up my Unraid server, and overall it’s been running well. The one ongoing issue has been recurring USB flash drive corruption....

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Fedora 43 Review: Is the Latest Fedora Update Worth Installing?

tonyscha — Sun, 02 Nov 2025 04:19:52 +0000

Introduction In this Fedora 43 review, I share my first impressions, what I liked, and where Fedora could do better. Fedora 43, released on October 28, 2025, brings several major...

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