Technology
Hardware, software, networking, and development
#674: Data Forever: From Blockchains to Lunar Vaults
Worried about the Digital Dark Age? Herman and Corn explore how to keep your data safe on the Moon, under mountains, and in the blockweave.
#663: Workstation vs. Consumer: The Real Cost of Power
Is a high-end desktop enough, or do you need a workstation? Herman and Corn break down the "three pillars" of professional hardware.
#661: Cracking the Global Supply Chain: Why Your Tech Costs More
Why does a $400 switch cost $700 elsewhere? Herman and Corn explore the tools that unmask global pricing and supply chain secrets.
#659: The Voice Biometric Dilemma: Security in the Age of AI
Explore why voice biometrics hasn't replaced Face ID and how generative AI is making "voice prints" a massive security risk.
#658: Beyond Peanut Brittle: The Search for the Toughest Laptops
Stop carrying a "sheet of peanut brittle." Herman and Corn break down the ruggedization spectrum to find laptops that actually survive the road.
#657: Silicon in the Sun: The Android Head Unit Survival Guide
Don't let your car's tech melt this summer. Herman and Corn reveal how to choose an Android head unit that survives the heat without lagging.
#656: The Future of Smart Home Hubs: Matter, MQTT, and Beyond
Herman and Corn dive into the shifting landscape of smart home protocols and why Ethernet coordinators are the future of home automation.
#649: The Ultimate Dashboard: DIY Information Radiators
Tired of expensive subscriptions and messy DIY screens? Discover the middle ground for the perfect home office information radiator.
#648: The Mystery of the Wet Wall: How Moisture Meters Work
Why does a bone-dry wall read 100% moisture? Herman and Corn demystify the physics of pinless meters and how to spot "ghost" leaks.
#644: From Code to Circuit: Mastering GPIO and SBCs
Discover how to use GPIO pins and breadboards to bridge the gap between software and the physical world in your smart home projects.
#642: From PC Building to Car Modding: DIY Electronics Guide
Think building a PC is hard? Try wiring a car. Herman and Corn explain how to upgrade your ride’s tech without frying the CAN bus.
#641: Tiny Gear, Big IDs: Professional Marking for Tech Assets
Discover how to label tiny tech gear and cables professionally using asthma-safe, low-odor methods for a perfect home inventory system.
#637: Beyond the CPU: The Hidden Science of Motherboards
Don't let your motherboard be an afterthought. Herman and Corn dive into VRMs, PCB layers, and the DDR5 debate for home servers.
#636: IPFS vs. The Cloud: The Quest for Ultimate Redundancy
Can a decentralized network replace Amazon and Google? Herman and Corn dive into IPFS, content-addressing, and the risks of "forever" data.
#621: Designing for Failure: The Architecture of High Availability
Discover how the world’s biggest platforms stay online when hardware fails. Herman and Corn break down the invisible systems of high availability.
#620: ZFS Decoded: Recovering Data After Hardware Failure
Your motherboard fried, but is your data safe? Discover the secrets of ZFS portability, forced imports, and professional recovery workflows.
#613: The Delicate Art of CPU Socket Repair
Bent a motherboard pin? Don’t panic. Herman and Corn discuss the tools and techniques needed to save your hardware from a gold-plated tragedy.
#610: The Data Center Trap: Is Enterprise Hardware Worth It?
Can a $5,000 server chip for the price of lunch power your home lab? Herman and Corn dive into the pros and cons of used enterprise hardware.
#609: Surviving the Rampocalypse: Pro Tech on a Budget
Learn how to beat rising RAM prices by sourcing professional data center hardware from the secondary market.
#606: The Unsung Hero: Why RAM Still Rules in 2026
Discover why RAM remains the essential high-speed "countertop" for your CPU and how to avoid common hardware traps when building your next server.