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Self-Hosting in the Modern Age: Balancing Control, Costs, and Complexity
It’s never been easier to try to take control of your own online presence and life. You don’t leave your front door unlocked, why do…
Could Your Smartphone Be Listening to You for Targeted Ads?
For years, many smartphone users have suspected that their devices might be eavesdropping on their conversations in order to serve them more personalized advertisements. Recent…
How (and Why) to De-Google Your Life and Protect Your Privacy
Google has become a massive presence in our digital lives. While it offers easy access to information, it also controls a huge amount of our…
The future belongs to those who understand encryption
The 21st century has become a whirlwind of technological innovation, and yet presents a paradox. Unprecedented advancements offer unparalleled opportunities, yet these very advancements are…
Better Understanding Your Home Network and Internet Performance
Your home internet experience can be a complex puzzle. There are many factors influencing its speed, reliability, and overall quality. While you may notice performance…
Transparency and Trust in a World of Cloud Surveillance, no CrowdStrike
In light of the recent global IT outage caused by a faulty update from CrowdStrike, we at Rynue want to reassure our clients and partners…
The Perils of Google’s AI Integration Across Services: An Analysis of Data Privacy Concerns and Potential Threats
I came across this article from Tom’s Hardware: https://www.tomshardware.com/tech-industry/artificial-intelligence/gemini-ai-caught-scanning-google-drive-hosted-pdf-files-without-permission-user-complains-feature-cant-be-disabled and felt the need to write this article. The integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into everyday…
Honey: Life’s secret
Honey, a natural sweetener produced by bees from the nectar of flowers, has been an essential part of human diets for thousands of years. However,…
How Fungi probably Shaped Life on Earth
Fungi are amazing organisms that can do many things, from helping plants adapt to land, to curing diseases in humans. They are neither plants nor…
Why Privacy and Security matters
Digital privacy matters because it affects your human rights, your personal and professional relationships, and your well-being. Your privacy is essential in a digital world…
Wire Sizes and what they mean
One of the most important factors to consider when designing and installing a solar system (or doing any electrical) is the wire size. The wire…
Why NOW is the best Time to Start Thinking About Self-Reliance
If you are feeling anxious, hopeless, or overwhelmed by the state of the world today, you are not alone. Many people are facing unprecedented challenges…
Heat Pumps – What are they?
If you are looking for a way to heat your home that is more energy-efficient, environmentally friendly, and way more comfortable than a conventional gas…
Bryan Johnson: The Biohacker Who Wants to Reverse Aging
Bryan Johnson is a serial entrepreneur, investor, and biohacker who is on a mission to reverse aging and extend human lifespan. He is the founder…
Rheem Marathon electric water heater
Possibly the last water heater you’ll ever need to buy If you’re looking for a reliable, durable, and energy-efficient water heater for your homestead, off-grid,…
An Affordable Lightroom Alternative for Beginners
Dark Table is a powerful and versatile photo editing software that lets you manage, edit, and enhance your digital photos in a non-destructive way. It’s…