Self-Hosting

How to run your own servers, Docker stacks, and self-hosted services without losing weekends to config files.

Linux thermal management: fix laptop overheating

Cool an overheating Linux laptop through thermal monitoring, fan curve tuning, undervolting, and CPU power management with real-world case studies.

Tuning the Steam Deck OLED kernel for gaming performance

Tune the Steam Deck OLED kernel for steadier frame times and longer battery life. Scheduler options, undervolting, TDP, and SteamOS profiles.

Solving slow WiFi on Linux: moving beyond the 2.4GHz bottleneck

Slow WiFi on a Linux laptop? For real speed optimization, diagnose link-rate deception with nmcli and iperf3, then lock NetworkManager onto the 5GHz band.

Automate Linux desktop setup with Ansible and dotfiles

Reproduce a Linux desktop from one command using Ansible and Stow. Manage dotfiles, packages, and services across machines with idempotent playbooks.

Setting up the Chipsailing CS9711 fingerprint reader on Linux Mint

USB fingerprint readers authenticate users at login, sudo, and the lock screen via PAM. Covers hardware, drivers, enrollment, and the security model.

Moving from VirtualBox to Docker Desktop on Linux

Migrate from VirtualBox to Docker Desktop on Linux. Containers are leaner for development. Covers Dockerfiles, networking, volumes, and workflow.