Welcome to Built By Pete, the official companion blog to the YouTube channel where we turn complex tech, smart home automation, DIY and networking challenges into simple, step-by-step projects and guides.
High RAM Usage in Windows. Is your Windows PC feeling sluggish, even when you aren’t running any heavy programs? You might be surprised to learn that Windows is secretly “borrowing” your RAM in the background. There is a hidden service enabled by default that pre-loads…
Learning home networking for beginners is essential in the modern home, where your network is just as vital as your electricity or plumbing. If your network is “clogged,” your 4K Netflix stutters, your Zoom calls drop, and your smart security cameras become useless bricks. But…
Learning how to frame shed side walls correctly is the difference between a flimsy garden shack and a professional grade shed. Welcome back to Part 5 of the Ultimate Smart Shed build series! Now that the foundation is set and the rear wall framed, we…
ASUS Router Security. If you’ve been following my ASUS router series, you know that security isn’t just about a strong Wi-Fi password. It’s about layers. Most people leave their router’s “front door” (the web interface) open to any device on the network. If a guest…
Whether you’ve just finished installing a new socket or you’re moving into a new house, safety should be your top priority. One of the simplest and most effective tools in my bag is the Kewtech KEWCHECK103 Mains Wiring Socket Tester. In this guide, I’ll show…
We’ve cleared the site, laid the conduit, and poured a flawless concrete foundation. Now, it’s time for the most satisfying part of the project: Vertical construction. In this Shed Framing guide, I’m showing you exactly how to frame the rear wall of a 12ft x…
High RAM Usage in Windows. Is your Windows PC feeling sluggish, even when you aren’t running any heavy programs? You might be surprised to learn that Windows is secretly “borrowing” your RAM in the background. There is a hidden service enabled by default that pre-loads…
Learning home networking for beginners is essential in the modern home, where your network is just as vital as your electricity or plumbing. If your network is “clogged,” your 4K Netflix stutters, your Zoom calls drop, and your smart security cameras become useless bricks. But…
Learning how to frame shed side walls correctly is the difference between a flimsy garden shack and a professional grade shed. Welcome back to Part 5 of the Ultimate Smart Shed build series! Now that the foundation is set and the rear wall framed, we…
ASUS Router Security. If you’ve been following my ASUS router series, you know that security isn’t just about a strong Wi-Fi password. It’s about layers. Most people leave their router’s “front door” (the web interface) open to any device on the network. If a guest…
Whether you’ve just finished installing a new socket or you’re moving into a new house, safety should be your top priority. One of the simplest and most effective tools in my bag is the Kewtech KEWCHECK103 Mains Wiring Socket Tester. In this guide, I’ll show…
We’ve cleared the site, laid the conduit, and poured a flawless concrete foundation. Now, it’s time for the most satisfying part of the project: Vertical construction. In this Shed Framing guide, I’m showing you exactly how to frame the rear wall of a 12ft x…