Author: Richard Applegate
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My kiddo ❤️ and my mom’s cats
Crazy, right? It’s been almost a year and a half since my cats moved in with Mom, and they’re living in the garage now – they’ve got toys, a home, food, and water. When we get our 5 cats and put them in the house, it’ll be chaos! Too much fur on the hardwood and…
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How to force restart and recover your iPad using iTunes.
How to Force Restart Your iPad (Hard Reset) A force restart solves minor glitches without deleting data. For iPads without a Home Button (Face ID models): For iPads with a Home Button: How to Recover Your iPad Using iTunes (Recovery Mode) Step 1: Open iTunes or Finder Step 2: Enter Recovery Mode Step 3: Update…
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Cloudron and Nextcloud: Your Quick Path to Secure, Self-Hosted Cloud Storage
Follow this easy, step-by-step guide to deploy Nextcloud with Cloudron, providing you with secure, self-hosted cloud storage. Step 1: Prepare Your Server Step 2: Set DNS Records Step 3: Install Cloudron Step 4: Configure Cloudron Step 5: Install Nextcloud via Cloudron Step 6: Access & Customize Nextcloud Step 7: Maintenance & Backups ✅ Done! Your…
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How to Easily Install Cloudron & WordPress Developer (Step-by-Step)
Ever dreamed of simplifying server management while effortlessly spinning up WordPress development environments? Discover how Cloudron transforms server headaches into seamless efficiency. Follow our straightforward, step-by-step guide and have your powerful WordPress Developer instance running faster than you ever imagined!
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Moving 50 D3 Pro POS Terminals: A Day of Tech, Toting & Triumph
Today was one of those days where physical hustle meets tech setup—moving and deploying 50 brand new D3 Pro Point of Sale (POS) devices to our office. Here’s a behind-the-scenes look at what it takes before a POS terminal ever sees its first sale. Step 1: The Big Move (Elevator to the Rescue!) First up:…
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Five Years in the Server Room: My Linux Adventure and the Battle Against Hackers!
Five Years in the Server Room: What I’ve Learned as a Linux Admin Wow, —five years! It feels like just yesterday I was wide-eyed and anxious, standing in front of a humming server rack, watching those little lights blink on and off. Fast-forward, and I’m reflecting on a journey filled with late-night alerts, frantic troubleshooting,…
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Seven Years of Espresso, Laughter, and a Whole Lot of Heart
For seven years, my life has been intertwined with the aroma of freshly ground beans, the hum of espresso machines, and the incredible energy of Anthem Coffee and Tea. It feels like a blink, and yet, looking back, it’s been a journey filled with learning, connection, and a lot of heart. My journey started as…
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From Barback to IT Leader: My Unconventional Career Journey
Discover how diverse roles—from barback to IT manager—shaped my adaptable, leadership-driven career and fueled my growth in tech and beyond.
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Efficient Tablet Setup and Positive Workplace at Joe Coffee Office
Discover what it’s like setting up 100 tablets in a day and working in the vibrant, collaborative environment at Joe Coffee’s office.
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Our Cottage Getaway: Fixing Connections & Making Memories
On our first day at the cottage, I dedicated my afternoon to an essential task: installing all the access points, wireless bridges, and replacing old, non-weatherproof cables with new wiring. It was a comprehensive setup, but I wanted to make sure our connection would be reliable for the stay. Unfortunately, on the second day, I…
