Schedule router reboot automation, and you can completely avoid this classic tech headache: you’re right in the middle of a streaming session, an intense online match, or an important Zoom call, and suddenly your internet drops. You march over to the router, pull the power cord, wait ten seconds, plug it back in, and—magically—everything works…
If you’re anything like me, you’re always hunting for hidden router features to optimize your home network, clean up your homelab rack, and save money on extra hardware. Usually, that means looking into dedicated network-attached storage (NAS) boxes, stand-alone VPN appliances, or running a dozen different Docker containers on a mini PC just to manage…
The age old question “What Home Electrical Work Can I doMyelf”. As a DIYer I think it’s important to know a little bit about your home electrical equipment. Especially who is responsible for each part of the system and what you can and can’t do yourself. For many people, looking at the electrical equipment in their…
Did you know you can stream radio on VLC? We all know VLC Media Player as the “Swiss Army Knife” of video players. It plays almost any file you throw at it, it’s lightweight, and it’s free. But did you know it’s also one of the best free radio tuners for your PC? Most people…
Until now I haven’t looked at DIY Solar. We’ve focused on general DIY, maker projects and the “brains” of the home—the routers, the mesh systems, and the rock-solid network racks that keep our digital lives running. But as any tech enthusiast knows, even the smartest home is just a collection of expensive plastic boxes if…
How to convert MOV to MP4. If you’re working with a Mac or an iPhone, your videos are likely saved as .MOV files. While these are great for high-quality editing, they can be a nightmare for sharing. In this guide, we’re breaking down the simplest ways to convert MOV to MP4 so your videos play…
Convert MKV to MP4. While MKV files are great for high-quality video, they can be a nightmare for compatibility. Whether you’re trying to edit a recording in Premiere Pro, watch a movie on your iPad, or upload a clip to social media, you usually need an MP4. The good news? You don’t need to buy…
While my EcoFlow PowerStream grid-tied microinverter is currently in transit from Ecoflow, I wanted to take a moment to break down exactly what this piece of kit is and why it’s an important part of my solar journey. If you’ve looked into solar before, you’ve likely heard terms like “Inverter,” “MPPT,” and “Grid-Tied.” But for…
If like me you’ve been waiting, it seems now is the time for DIY plug in solar. I’ve wanted to explore solar power, energy storage and renewables for a long time. Like many of you, I’ve watched the technology evolve from the sidelines, but the barrier to entry always felt too high. Between the £10,000…
Following a Windows 11 no internet flowchart is often the best first step when you encounter the dreaded “Globe icon” in your taskbar. Few things are more frustrating than seeing “Connected, no internet” or having a browser that simply won’t load; however, most network issues on Windows 11 follow a predictable pattern. As part of…