Posts by Olivia Smith
Self-hosted file browser is faster than the archived version
For those who know me well, you understand that I have a deep affinity for self-hosting. It’s more than just
Sleek Windows 11 context menus arriving soon
Let’s talk about one of the most persistent annoyances in the Windows ecosystem: the context menu. For many users, this
Jellyfin does everything Plex does without the cost
The Evolution of Home Streaming: Beyond the Plex Paradigm Running your own home media server has long been a satisfying
MSI Claw vs ROG Ally X: The Real Rival Test
The battle for the handheld gaming market is heating up, bringing a fresh wave of powerhouses to the table. Amidst
How to support physical media right now
The era of physical media is facing an existential threat. From beloved books and vinyl records to cinematic masterpieces and
Cordless failed These 3 tools are still better with a cord
The Great Unplug: How Cordless Living is Redefining Home Convenience The movement to “cut the cord” has evolved far beyond
Stop using Gemini or ChatGPT for studying use this free app instead
It is easy to be absolutely blown away by the results when you first dive into the world of AI-powered
Court blocks Macron’s plan to ban kids from social media
France Halts Proposed Social Media Ban for Minors A sweeping proposal aimed at restricting access to social media for minors
Witcher 3 NPC simulation wasn’t just fakery
In the quest for perfect immersion in fantasy role-playing games, developers face a delightful paradox: how much detail is enough?
Putting Jellyfin into Minecraft
Ever found yourself dreaming of weaving the magic of self-hosted media streaming directly into the blocky world of Minecraft? Perhaps
ISP trapped me behind CGNAT these 4 workarounds to get back in
The Invisible Wall: Why CGNAT Becomes the Self-Hoster’s Nemesis For anyone who dives into the world of self-hosting—whether running servers,
Tiny Solitaire loads from QR code
In an era where game file sizes are growing astonishingly expensive, we find ourselves appreciating the simple, elegant power of
Looks like a V8 engine this air cooler performs like one
When building a high-performance PC, the quest for the perfect cooling solution is often a battle between aesthetics, performance, and
Testing the BC-250 with Intel’s Robert Hallock this week
The Silicon Shift: How Repurposed Chips, Geopolitics, and Photonics Are Redefining Tech In the world of high-performance computing, innovation often
Impossible 4K titles I know why
When the revolution in television screen technology first began, the industry was filled with dazzling promises and technological leaps that
Stalker 2 Update: End the constant gunfight in The Zone
When a sequel hits, the expectation is high. 2007’s survivalist FPS, Stalker 2, was undeniably brilliant, offering a unique vision
Windows 11 Taskbar and Start menu updates nearing rollout
For months, users have been vocal about their frustration with the traditional layout of the Windows 11 interface. The Start
Optical disc shattering blamed on chemicals and foam
The Fragile Frontier of Memory: Why Your CDs and DVDs Are More Vulnerable Than You Think There is a growing,
Switching from Kindle to Kobo was the best decision
The hunt for the perfect reading device often becomes an emotional journey as much as a technical specification checklist. For
3 intense new HBO Max docs to watch this weekend
When it comes to true crime and the wild underbelly of the world, streaming services are proving they are more
WoW friends’ characters play themselves
There is an undeniable, unsettling fact about playing Massive Multiplayer Online games: disconnects are rarely benign. They are frustrating interruptions,
Bad 4K UHD visuals isn’t the disc’s fault
The evolution of physical media offers a fascinating journey through technological ambition and consumer priorities. From the earliest storage methods
Anthropic targets $2 trillion IPO
The AI Ascent: How Anthropic Is Racing Toward a Trillion-Dollar Future In the fiercely competitive world of artificial intelligence, where
Enterprise SSDs consume 48% of global NAND flash
The digital landscape is currently undergoing a seismic shift, driven not just by consumer trends but by the insatiable appetite
Cargo thieves ram security escorts hijacking AI shipments in California
The supply chain for cutting-edge technology is built on precision, but a dark undercurrent of organized crime is exploiting those