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Gaming, Tech, and everything I couldn’t fit into the YouTube video.
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From Fog City to Sierra Granite: My Golden State Introduction
California is less of a state and more of a diverse nation masquerading behind a single name on a map. It is too vast, too culturally complex, and geographically varied to understand in a single visit. Growing up on movies and TV shows, I had a specific image of California: endless sunshine, palm trees, and…
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The Ghost in the Machine: Meeting the F-117 Nighthawk
As you can see in the cover photo from my recent pilgrimage to the National Museum of the USAF in Dayton, Ohio, standing next to the F-117 Nighthawk is an uncanny experience. Even parked silently in a hangar, it feels dangerous. It doesn’t look like an airplane; it looks like a shard of obsidian dropped…
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The Dell XPS 13 (ARM): Finally, A Windows Laptop That Rivals the MacBook
For years, “Windows on ARM” was a punchline. It promised battery life but delivered sluggish performance and software nightmares. But with the release of the Dell XPS 13 (9345) powered by the Snapdragon X Elite chip, the joke is finally over. Dell hasn’t just made a laptop; they have made a statement. This device is…
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The Ultimate Homelab Upgrade: Why You Need Proxmox in Your Life
If you are a tech enthusiast, a developer, or an aspiring sysadmin, you likely have “the pile.” You know the one: the stack of old laptops, discarded desktops, and Raspberry Pis sitting in a corner, each running a single, specific task. One for your media server, one for ad-blocking, another for testing code. It is…
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Meet Jellyfin: The Netflix Killer That’s Actually Free
We have all been there. You sit down to watch The Office or your favorite 90s thriller, only to realize Netflix removed it yesterday. Then you check your bank statement and see the subscription price just hiked, again. Enter Jellyfin. Jellyfin is not just another streaming service; it is a declaration of independence. It is…
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Digital Sovereignty: Why You Should Self-Host Your Blog
In the age of Substack, Medium, and LinkedIn, the path of least resistance is obvious: create an account, type your thoughts, and hit publish. These platforms handle the technical heavy lifting, the design, and the distribution. It is convenient, seductive, and efficient. However, relying entirely on these “walled gardens” comes with a hidden cost: you…
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The Internet, Sanitized: Why AdGuard Is Essential Survival Gear
Do you remember what the internet looked like before it became a flashing billboard? Before the cookie consent pop-ups, the auto-play videos, and the banners that scream for your attention? The modern web is a cluttered, noisy mess. It isn’t just annoying; it is actively hostile to your focus and your privacy. While free browser…
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The F-4 Phantom: A Supersonic Miscalculation
The McDonnell Douglas F-4 Phantom II is an undeniable icon of Cold War aviation. It was big, incredibly fast, and capable of carrying immense payloads. On paper, it was the ultimate technological triumph of the 1960s designed to dominate the skies. Yet, its initial combat debut over Vietnam exposed a catastrophic flaw in American military…
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The Fighter Jet That Could Back Up: The Saab 37 Viggen
When we think of Cold War fighter jets, we imagine long runways and massive airbases. The Swedish Saab 37 Viggen, however, played by a completely different set of rules. The Reverse Thrust Miracle The most astonishing fact about the Viggen wasn’t just its speed (Mach 2.1), but its agility on the ground. It was the…
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Why Battlefield 4 Is, in My Opinion, the Best Battlefield of All Time
Released in 2013, Battlefield 4 is a game that has stood the test of time. While the Battlefield franchise has seen many iterations since then, none have managed to capture the same balance, intensity, and sense of scale. For me, Battlefield 4 remains the best Battlefield ever made, and there are several reasons why it…
A passion for pixels and ping
Welcome to the digital HQ. From server configurations and Docker containers to epic gameplay and rage-quits, this is the hub for everything happening in the Kerboul universe.
Gaming & Highlights
Catch up on the best plays, the worst fails, and the clips that didn’t make the final YouTube cut.
Tech Lab
Deep dives into my home lab, Nginx configs, and why I decided to self-host everything (even when it hurts).
Hardware Setup
A full breakdown of the streaming gear, the PC specs, and the cable management nightmare behind the desk.
Unfiltered Reviews
Honest opinions on the latest AAA disappointments and the Indie gems you actually need to play.
Community & Discord
Join the chaos in the “Kerboulistan.” Memes, community events, and direct access to the squad.
Behind the Scenes
What happens when the stream goes offline? Vlogs, life updates, and the reality of content creation.
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