I own a Synology NAS and it now supports the free certificates from Let’s Encrypt. The only problem with Synology’s implimentation is that they only allow the web (HTTP-01) method […]
Let’s Encrypt Certificate – Synology NAS Howto Read More »
There are a number of times when I have had to change one string to another in a MySQL table. In the past I would do a MySQL dump, edit
MySQL: Search and Replace Read More »
I required a later version on Java that the one that came with Raspbian. This was required for OpenHAB. So how do you upgrade your version of Java? Run the
Upgrading Java on Raspberry pi Read More »
This acticle will go through the install and configuration to use FreeBSD as your OpenVPN server and how to create the client config files.
Setup OpenVPN on FreeBSD 12.1 Read More »
This article documents how to add a second drive to your FreeBSD system and format it as UFS. If you have a system that allows hot-plugging (like the Dell line
Adding a Second Drive Read More »
The Nordic NRF24L01+ 2.4Ghz radio board is a great little radio to use for all your projects. No, it is not wifi compatable. It uses it’s own protocal but it
Testing the NRF24L01+ on Arduino Read More »
I replaced my closet doors and decided to also place some LED strip lighting in the closets. I look all over for a good controller to turn the LED lights
Closet Light Controller – Adafruit Trinket Read More »
NUT is some great software for managing a UPS and notifiying all your client s to shutdown properly. This document describes how to install a NUT client into ESXi 5
NUT Client for VMWare ESXi Read More »
If you are a maintainer of a websiter or CMS, don’t always trust the built in security. If the user can upload images or stories to the web site then
Stop PHP files from executing. Read More »
I have a need to monitor a couple of APC UPS’ that are supplying power for my Home Theater system. I currently don’t have a computer close by but want
Monitoring your UPS with a Pi Read More »
