Setting custom DNS servers on MAC OS X can improve network performance, increase security and even thwart some websites using Geo-blocking, and I'll show you how to do it in this guide. It's pretty easy too. Before changing DNS servers you'll need to find a … [Read more...]
Build Your Own Mini-ITX Firewall with IPFire – Complete DIY Guide
Introduction Today I will show you how to build your very own compact Mini-ITX Firewall using easily sourced parts with the excellent (and Open Source) IPFire firewall operating system. You can also use any old PC with an extra Ethernet card, but this guide does … [Read more...]
The Ultimate Facebook Privacy Guide
Introduction Nowadays, you can't be too careful with your Facebook privacy settings, especially those of you with families. Today I want to show you how to secure your Facebook privacy while still enjoying a good degree of social contact. Contents … [Read more...]
Smoothwall Mini-ITX Intel Build with iCase
OK time for some fun! I recently built a custom Smoothwall firewall that I had wanted to build for almost a year, so I finally bought the parts and went for it. Only problem is that the case I bought was for a "Thin" Mini-ITX motherboard, but the … [Read more...]
Password Manager guide
Managing your passwords is messy and complicated however, making use of a Password Manager can free you from the mess while keeping a high degree of security. If you are still using the same password for everything (like sunshine, princess, monkey or god-forbid … [Read more...]