Tag: Networking
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Changes to Backups
Back in Rethinking Backups I spoke at length about some plans I had for backing up the machines we have in our house. Well, over a year later, it is time to both rethink the system and finally implement the entire thing. What’s Changing I’ve been backing up to a FreeNAS box for the past…
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Changing Network Topology
I’m probably using the term “topology” a little loosely, but my home network is changing and that word sounded cool for a headline. Basically, I’ve been having some issues with my current network setup and it is time to place priority on getting things right instead of keeping them working “on the cheap”. When your…
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Episode 5: My Setup
I’m talking about my setup tonight. Focusing on simplifying it again so that I don’t spend quite so much time administering to the disparate pieces. Airport Extreme Airport Express Time Capsule Mac mini MacBook Pro with Retina display FreeNAS pfSense WatchGuard I apologize for the poor speaking voice this evening, something wasn’t quite sitting right…
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Google’s Ridiculous Opt-out Data Gathering
Source: Greater choice for wireless access point owners Alright, Google, this is just ridiculous. I’m going to pick on Google here because that’s where the announcement is from. Here’s the gist: If you want Google to NOT gather your location data attached to your wireless access point (via their Google Street Cars), then you need…
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Expanding the Network: Change of Course
Alright, I’m changing my mind. After spending the last week trying to beat an old firewall into submission, I’ve decided to go the route of getting a Time Capsule to extend the network. I “wasted” too much time trying to get things working right now and really just need something that “just works”. So, I’m…