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It's the weekend again, which means I'm here with another set of Linux apps I think are worth installing. The free and open source software I found this week includes an audio editor, a game maker, and Bash replacement.

When you think about creating a smart home, the bathroom probably isn’t the first room that springs to mind. For that reason, it can be easy to overlook a few cheap and easy upgrades, plus some of the more lavish items that can make life a little easier.

I love a good weekend documentary binge, especially because it will give me a nice break from the Olympics that will undoubtedly be on at my house. Luckily, Netflix has a pile of new docs that can take you to totally different places.

The weekend's almost here, so it's relax time. If you're on the hunt for some good TV to watch, Paramount+ has tons to choose from, but finding it can be a chore.

We're a week into February now, and Netflix's newest batch of shows and movies has started seeping into rotation for your binging pleasure.

The Matter smart home dream has been slow out of the gate, but as the months roll by, more and more cross-platform smart home devices are becoming available. One you might not have had on your bingo card is a Matter keyboard that also doubles as a smart home remote.

Linux is leaving the basement. It's putting on a suit, cutting its hair, and getting ready to join the mainstream world. Whether through missteps by companies like Microsoft, or the endless hours of hard work by people accross the world in the Linux community, the tide has clearly turned.

Have you heard of the term "Dumpuary?" In Hollywood, Dumpuary refers to the movies released in January and February that studios want nothing to do with anymore. If the movie becomes a hit, even better, but the expectations are low. Streaming movies on services like Netflix has alleviated some Dumpuary symptoms, yet you'll still find a random horror or action pic that makes you question the ethics of filmmaking.

Are you ready for a handful of new Raspberry Pi projects to try this weekend? Keep reading to check out an IPMI replacement that works on any computer, a way to trap hackers on your network, and how you can meal prep for the week with ease.

Gigabit Ethernet was introduced in 1999, which is why it sometimes gets a lot of flak. But just because it’s a 27-year-old standard doesn’t mean it’s outdated or obsolete. For most people, there’s little need for 2.5-gigabit Ethernet. Here’s why.

Luxury cars in 2026 don’t have to come with six-figure prices. A handful of models now sit at surprisingly accessible price points, making premium comfort and advanced features attainable for buyers on a budget. Thanks to market shifts and strong used-car demand, you can find vehicles with refined interiors, smooth rides, and upscale technology without paying top-tier sticker prices.

I'm fairly late to the audiobook world. I have always been someone who enjoys reading the written word, so the idea of listening to someone else reading a book wasn't too appealing. However, once I got a free Audible trial, which included a permanent free copy of a book I'd been looking forward to, I finally experienced what everyone else had been raving about for years.

Buying a used Porsche is a lot like buying a ticket to Walt Disney World. That ticket gets you through the gate and unlocks an incredible experience, but it’s not the only expense. Food, drinks, merchandise, and special attractions all add up. Porsche ownership works much the same way. The car gets you in, but maintenance, parts, and upkeep are part of the deal.

It’s that time of the week again! From building your own YouTube to accessing your systems through a web browser and finally ditching Tailscale for a more secure (self-hosted) version, here are your three homelab projects to try this weekend.

Chances are that part of the reason you broke away from Microsoft and switched to Linux is the open-source OS's reputation for greater security. That doesn’t mean your Linux distro is impenetrable, though, and certainly not out of the box. Here are seven steps you can take to make your Linux laptop more secure.

It sometimes feels like there are more midsize SUVs available today than mosquitoes on a summer night. And like those pesky insects, midsize luxury SUVs can cause a real sting. In other words, all those upscale features come at a price. Expect a starting MSRP over $50,000, which can easily stretch to $70,000 and beyond, depending on the make, model, and trim level.

If you're getting a new Raspberry Pi 4, it might look a bit different than you were expecting. Raspberry Pi has started manufacturing a tweaked model that uses dual DRAM modules, thanks to ongoing supply chain problems.

You have to make your own mistakes in life to learn and grow, but sometimes learning and growing aren’t on the agenda. Some of my favorite regular mistakes are smart home purchases I just can’t quit.

When it comes to power tools, few names carry the recognition of Milwaukee. That's especially true when it comes to professional trade work. So, whether you're a DIYer, a new homeowner, or an electrician apprentice, here are a few tools some of the pros swear by.

Whether you're buying a MacBook or a Windows laptop, most modern laptops suffer from one serious problem: They don't have enough ports. Thankfully, you can solve that problem for less than $30.