As a test to decide if I could move from Substack back to Ghost for my professional site, I tried to do a prototype. It didn't go well.
Thoughts about wordpress
Since my first contact in 2009, WordPress has evolved significantly. Despite security concerns and a transition to block-based editors, it remains a strong CMS with a thriving creator ecosystem. The introduction of paid add-ons and the Jetpack suite has enhanced functionality, but may be costly for hobbyists. Nonetheless, WordPress offers scalable, secure solutions for varied needs.
The 2023 techmas update
Looking back on 2023. The year started with a flurry of activity here before I chased another venue. The holiday shutdown and my free time has translated into a significant look at what I have built here, and I like it. Here's to 2024!
Merry Techmas!
Continuing a tradition of using the holiday shutdown to do some much needed work on the tech of the household. This year is no different!
HBO Max Streaming Service
HBO Max is expensive, but worth it. Buckets of great content, access to HBO gem's and virtually the entire WB catalog are the reasons why
MacOS “Big Sur”
MacOS Big Sur (11.0.x) brought another scare to my direct attached storage. Time to consider a migration. Not urgent, but needed none the less
Cloud File Sync
My file syncing had gotten messy, and more than a little replication. Time to coalesce, condense, and bring some order to the chaos
The Balkanization of TV
TV, It used to be so simple... Now there are too many choices, and a LOT of small subscriptions, is this really better for the consumer?
Streaming, some yay, some argh
I am going to need a "better" streaming option than the weak Panasonic Smart TV app, or the outclassed Tivo Roamio.
Plex Fun
An Ubuntu upgrade goes wrong, and a day is spent recovering. Typical weekend fare!