Last minute geek

1. Raspberry Pi drops microcontroller, and it’s only $4!
(English/the-gadgeteer)

NEWS – The Raspberry Pi Foundation has been building mini computers for years now.  I have one on my local network that hosts PiHole.  Recently they’ve decided to dip their toes into some new water:  microcontrollers. ...

2. Kensington SD5600T Dock review – Thunderbolt 3 connectivity and 7 USB ports!
(English/the-gadgeteer)

REVIEW – Earlier this year I was able to upgrade to a new 16-inch MacBookPro for my work computer.  I love this laptop; it’s fast, powerful, and responsive, a perfect computer for programming and engineering ...

3. Atumtek TV Wall Mount review – With full motion swivel, tilt, extension and rotation
(English/the-gadgeteer)

REVIEW – For years I have mounted several of my computer monitors on wall mounts, but my TVs have remained on stands. Now I am moving into a new home and my plan is to have just about every TV mounted ...

4. Windows 7 ancora su 100 milioni di PC, anche se obsoleto
(Italiano/webnews)

Windows 7 è ancora installato su circa 100 milioni di computer, nonostante Microsoft abbia cessato il supporto al sistema operativo da un anno. Read all  ...

5. A touch of glass: SKARSTA standing desk upgrade
(English/ikeahacker)

... one for my home computer area. SKARSTA Desk | IKEA.com SKARSTA tables have a composite wood tabletop […] The post A touch of glass: SKARSTA standing desk upgrade appeared first on IKEA Hackers. ...

6. Slackware-Based Puppy Linux 7.0 Adds UEFI Boot Support, Many Improvements
(English/Linuxtoday)

Designed to boot on any x86 computer, the Slackware-based Puppy Linux 7.0 distribution is here Read all  ...

7. Relive the golden age of personal computers with this cool C64 case
(English/the-gadgeteer)

NEWS – I have many fond memories of the Commodore 64. It wasn’t my first personal computer (that was the TI-99/4A) but it was definitely my favorite. I remember typing in assembly code from magazines, ...

8. How to Disable Suspend and Hibernation Modes In Linux
(English/Linuxtoday)

When you suspend your Linux system, you basically activate or put it into sleep mode. The screen goes off, even though the computer remains on. Read all  ...

9. Ubuntu On The Raspberry PI 4
(English/Linuxtoday)

With the introduction of the Raspberry PI 400, the Raspberry PI is now a viable desktop computer. Read all  ...

10. Pi-Hole Raspberry Pi Network Ad Blocker
(English/makezine)

Use a Raspberry Pi to block internet ads on your entire network — computers, smart TVs, phone apps, all of it. Read more on MAKE The post Pi-Hole Raspberry Pi Network Ad Blocker appeared first on ...

11. ZimaBoard, a new Hackable Open Source Single Board Server
(English/Linuxtoday)

Single board computer? It's time for Single board servers. Read all  ...

12. The UGREEN X-Kit is a folding laptop stand with a built in hub
(English/the-gadgeteer)

CROWDFUNDING NEWS – If your computer of choice is a laptop, then you know that they sometimes don’t offer enough ports to plug in all your gear. And then there’s the lack of ergonomics to consider. One ...

13. AUZAI 21.5″ computer monitor review
(English/the-gadgeteer)

REVIEW – I’m all about that dual-screen work life. The AUZAI 21.5″ 1080P Computer Monitor seeks to solve that problem for me with a lovely HD display that’s also super inexpensive. How do it do at making ...

14. Gift idea: XP Pen 13.3 Artist Pro Holiday Edition graphics tablet
(English/the-gadgeteer)

... has a built-in color monitor that you can draw on when connected to either a laptop or desktop computer.  … Gift idea: XP Pen 13.3 Artist Pro Holiday Edition graphics tablet Read More Read all ...

15. PhotoShare smart frame review
(English/the-gadgeteer)

... phone, computer, social media, Google photos, and other storage services using the PhotoShare app or website. Multiple users … PhotoShare smart frame review Read More Read all  ...

16. Polygon Light Tiles review
(English/the-gadgeteer)

... my computers, and the other half needs a bed.  I haven’t bought that … Polygon Light Tiles review Read More Read all  ...

17. Xidu PhilMac Mini PC review
(English/the-gadgeteer)

REVIEW – Lately I have been looking to add efficiency to some of my workflows and processes by utilizing “small” computers with low power consumption. I currently use a couple of Raspberry Pi 4B computers ...

18. Different ways to schedule and list CRON jobs in Linux
(English/Linuxtoday)

Cron is a built-in Linux utility used to run different processes within the computer system at a particular scheduled time. Read all  ...

19. Logitech Flow
(Italiano/webnews)

Con il sistema Logitech Flow è possibile ottimizzare il lavoro collegando fino a tre computer, anche con sistema operativo diverso. Read all  ...

20. Miniforum EliteMini H31G PC review
(English/the-gadgeteer)

REVIEW – It seems the most neglected category of computer these days is the desktop.  In a mad rush to put everyone into a laptop or tablet, manufacturers have left the desktop market to those who want ...

21. Teacher Goes Viral For Sharing Some Truly Terrible Texts She Got From A Parent
(English/ChipChic)

... behind a computer screen as opposed to in-person. Add in the fact that you have to deal with parents like the one I’m about […] Read all  ...

22. 11 Linux Distributions You Can Rely on for Your Ancient 32-bit Computer
(English/Linuxtoday)

If you have vintage hardware with 32-bit processor, here are the best choices of Linux distros with 32-bit support. Read all

23. Raspberry Pi 400: the $70 desktop PC
(English/Linuxtoday)

Raspberry Pi 400: a complete personal computer, built into a compact keyboard. Read all  ...

24. Raspberry Pi’s Latest Offering Packs The Whole Computer Into A Keyboard
(English/makezine)

The Raspberry Pi has always been able to claim that it is a full computer, all you have to do is plug it into all the external components like a keyboard, mouse, and monitor to get going. However, it has ...

25. Logitech MX Anywhere 3 Mouse for Mac review
(English/the-gadgeteer)

REVIEW – I work from home.  On my desk I have two computers, one that’s personal and one that’s for work.  To keep my desk as clutter-free as possible, these computers share a monitor, a keyboard, and ...