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iTerm2 on macOS Configuration and Review

The default Terminal app on macOS is functional, but power users, developers, and system administrators often need more flexibility, customization, and productivity features.

14 Mar 2026 Jamison Johnson Reading Time: 4 minute
AnyDesk Installation Guide for Remote Assistance

This guide explains how to install AnyDesk on Windows and macOS so remote assistance can be available when needed.

7 Mar 2026 Jamison Johnson Reading Time: 3 minute
Set a Manual Static IP on Ubuntu Server

Learn how to configure a permanent static IPv4 address on Ubuntu Server using Netplan and prevent cloud-init from overwriting your network settings.

28 Feb 2026 Jamison Johnson Reading Time: 3 minute
How to Get a 12 Month Xbox Game Pass Subscription

Learn how to purchase and redeem a 12 month Xbox Game Pass membership when the official Xbox site only offers monthly or quarterly options.

21 Feb 2026 Jamison Johnson Reading Time: 2 minute
How to Upload ISO Files to Proxmox Servers

Learn reliable methods to upload ISO files to Proxmox VE servers when the web GUI upload gets stuck, using SCP or WinSCP.

14 Feb 2026 Jamison Johnson Reading Time: 3 minute
tldr — A Practical Alternative to man Pages

A concise review and reference for tldr, a community-driven alternative to traditional man pages that focuses on practical command examples.

7 Feb 2026 Jamison Johnson Reading Time: 3 minute
How to Upload ISO Files to Proxmox Servers

Learn reliable methods to upload ISO files to Proxmox VE servers when the web GUI upload gets stuck, using SCP or WinSCP.

7 Feb 2026 Jamison Johnson Reading Time: 3 minute
How to Install Batocera on a Hard Drive

Learn how to install Batocera directly to an internal SSD/HDD or an external hard drive using Batocera’s built-in installer.

31 Jan 2026 Jamison Johnson Reading Time: 3 minute
How to Add Desktop Mode Using Batocera Add-ons

Learn how to add a full Linux desktop mode to Batocera using the BUA add-on, including install steps, desktop options, and performance tips.

24 Jan 2026 Jamison Johnson Reading Time: 5 minute
How to Add Custom Background Music

Learn how to add and enable custom background music in Batocera so your menu experience plays the audio you want.

17 Jan 2026 Jamison Johnson Reading Time: 2 minute
How to Add Game and Video Art with ScreenScraper

Learn how to scrape box art, screenshots, metadata, and video previews in Batocera using ScreenScraper.

10 Jan 2026 Jamison Johnson Reading Time: 4 minute
How to Download and Change Themes in Batocera

Learn how to download, switch, and customize themes in Batocera to personalize your retro gaming setup.

3 Jan 2026 Jamison Johnson Reading Time: 2 minute
How to Save and Load Games in Batocera Using Save States

Learn how to save and load games in Batocera using emulator save states, including hotkeys and save slot selection.

27 Dec 2025 Jamison Johnson Reading Time: 2 minute
Managing CompTIA CEUs — Practical Options That Actually Work

A practical overview of Continuing Education Unit (CEU) options for maintaining CompTIA certifications without wasting time or money.

20 Dec 2025 Jamison Johnson Reading Time: 4 minute
Splunk Forwarder Installation Failure — Root Cause Summary

Summary of a Splunk Universal Forwarder installation failure, including symptoms, root cause, and resolution.

13 Dec 2025 Jamison Johnson Reading Time: 3 minute
Fixing Black Dots on the HP Color LaserJet Pro M283fw

How to diagnose and fix repeating black dots or marks on printed pages from an HP Color LaserJet Pro M283fw.

6 Dec 2025 Jamison Johnson Reading Time: 3 minute
Confirming the OS Configuration Date in RHEL

Learn how to determine when a RHEL 10 system was initially installed or configured using audit-friendly forensic indicators.

29 Nov 2025 Jamison Johnson Reading Time: 2 minute
Jekyll Blog Search Outage — Root Cause and Fix

A postmortem of a Jekyll blog search outage caused by missing JavaScript dependencies and incorrect script load order.

22 Nov 2025 Jamison Johnson Reading Time: 3 minute
Tagged vs Untagged VLANs — What They Are and When to Use Them

Understand the difference between tagged and untagged VLANs, how they work on switches, and how to choose the right approach for your network design.

15 Nov 2025 Jamison Johnson Reading Time: 3 minute
Bypassing the Microsoft Account Requirement in Windows 11 Setup

Learn how to complete a Windows 11 installation without signing in with a Microsoft account by creating a local user during setup.

8 Nov 2025 Jamison Johnson Reading Time: 3 minute

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