Termite: a simple RS232 terminal

This might be used to communicate with old computers or equipment that have RS232 serial ports.
https://www.compuphase.com/software_termite.htm?fbclid=IwdGRleANfpv1leHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHj6WnvTjKVsNN6B6-se2maKfSLbP12tSsN1tKKpt99ds0n8hGdpTOE45o5dX_aem_jzA8pFcFooynqeSCYKf5iw

5 Little-Known Uses For Your USB Port On Windows 11

https://www.bgr.com/1988902/hidden-uses-usb-port-windows-11/

Drill press station plans

https://www.woodsmithplans.com/plan/3-in-1-drill-press-upgrade/

Workbench on aluminum extrusion frame

There are some interesting ideas in this video:

https://youtu.be/Hiq6ahntl5E?si=DLcWvFDDuO42H6Dz

Blog with more details and measurements: https://www.blacktailstudio.com/blog/...

"Items used in this video: 

• Wall Control Panels: https://amzn.to/2JvyNWH 
• Horizontal Panels: https://amzn.to/2L9fDq0 
• Wall Control accessories: https://amzn.to/3o39LgO 
• Husky workbench 62": https://homedepot.sjv.io/xADDA 
• Husky workbench 46": https://homedepot.sjv.io/d4goQ 
• Miter saw: https://amzn.to/3htjCdl 
• Jigsaw: https://amzn.to/383obIh 
• Aluminum Extrusion 97": https://amzn.to/3hxnCJW 
• Extrusion 48": https://amzn.to/3htIBNq 
• T nuts: https://amzn.to/2X6BTUe 
• Extrusion brackets: https://amzn.to/3n1glD2 
• Metal saw: https://amzn.to/381thEF 
• Concrete drill: https://amzn.to/3n2tZ8Q 
• Concrete anchors: https://amzn.to/2WVec1h 
• Build a table saw like mine: https://www.sawstop.com/ 
• Electrical box extenders: https://amzn.to/3rIDY6U 
• Viewtainer set: https://amzn.to/3o13guY 
• Tapered drill bit set: https://amzn.to/3n2WyDp 
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Setting Up Raspberry Pi Servers

https://raspberrytips.com/raspberry-pi-server-starting-guide/

"A Raspberry Pi can do way more than you'd expect, including everything from storing files to hosting games.

... a server is simply a computer with certain applications installed that can be used by other devices."

"For most projects, I recommend using a Raspberry Pi 4 or Pi 5 as your server's base ...

These models also come with an Ethernet port, which is especially useful for servers (generally faster and more stable than Wi-Fi), and enough RAM for most projects (4GB is a good start in many cases)."

" With Raspberry Pi, we'll mostly use trusted Linux operating systems, which limits our options.

Raspberry Pi OS: Based on Debian (see below), it just had this extra layer of compatibility from the Raspberry Pi manufacturer itself, making it the perfect choice for 95% of projects.

Debian-based distributions: Because of its slow update cycle, Debian has always been the go-to for servers that need to run reliably for a long time. It's true on Raspberry Pi too. You can either install Debian directly or one of its minimal sisters, made for Raspberry Pi (like DietPi or Armbian).

Ubuntu: I tend to avoid Ubuntu for servers, because of its fast pace for updates, you can get more bugs than when using Debian. On the other hand, it has the advantage of including more recent versions than Debian and is now well-supported for Raspberry Pi devices, which makes it a decent choice anyway.

For servers, you should always consider using the lighter option, such as Raspberry Pi OS Lite, Ubuntu Server or Debian without GUI, as in most cases you won't need anything more than a few command lines."

"It's possible to use a Raspberry Pi as a shared folder on your network. If you have multiple devices (computers or even phones/tablets), you can access your files from any of them. In the fancy world of tech experts, it's called a NAS (Network Attached Storage).

...

Your cloud server: This is the kind of buzzword I avoid using, but it's how most people understand it better. In this case, I'm referring to a tool like Nextcloud that allows you to sync all your files in real-time with the Raspberry Pi."

"Media Streaming at Home - A Raspberry Pi is the perfect accessory for your TV setup. It's small, quiet, and easily connects to an HDMI ...  We have a special tutorial for using a Raspberry Pi as a media center."

' Most web servers still start with a tech stack called LAMP (Linux + Apache + MySQL + PHP), and then you can create HTML or PHP pages in the web server's directory.  ...

Here are some examples:

• WordPress: what most websites are built on (including RaspberryTips). It allows you to create web pages from an editor (basically like Word) instead of typing code.
• Webmin: a systems management tool perfect for a Raspberry Pi server, allowing you to monitor and manage all your services from a simple web interface.
• Zabbix or Nagios: great tools to keep an eye on your Raspberry Pi and other devices on the network that rely on a web server to provide a web interface with everything you need.

The process is always the same, you start with a web server, download a zip file for the application and put it in the root directory of your web server."

"Privacy & Remote Access - Another great use for a Raspberry Pi running 24/7 at home is VPN (Virtual Private Network). It's something I use a lot to access my home network from anywhere. ...
I recommend setting up a free service like WireGuard, Tailscale or OpenVPN that allows you to access your home network from your laptop or cell phone without any subscription or fees. Once you connect to it from outside your home, you'll basically have access to your entire home network as if you were there."

"Home Automation  -  It is much easier to do this with a tool or system designed to help you connect to all these devices and make them work together, rather than writing scripts to do it. Here are some great starting points:

• Getting Started With Home Assistant on Raspberry Pi (2 Ways)
• How To Install Domoticz on Raspberry Pi (Step-by-step guide)
• How To Install & Use Grafana On Raspberry Pi

We have a dedicated article on getting started with home automation on Raspberry Pi ..."

Robocopy file copier is built into Windows ...

https://www.xda-developers.com/windows-robocopy-is-the-best-file-copier-imaginable/

"Robocopy is a command-line tool that offers versatile file transfer capabilities and options that extend beyond File Explorer's capabilities. I can have granular control over what's copied, what to include or ignore, how many retries I need, view logs, and even create automated file copy tasks. Let's discuss why you should use Robocopy instead of the regular method, especially for huge file transfer sessions."

3D printed bullet feeder & die

https://m.youtube.com/shorts/SsMyKaSbsfc?fbclid=IwRlRTSANQTJlleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHg8U7KW4H-E-O5Pxc0jtFOEOHcJO4IIrH5CfPiZSikOY0Tbm7ECjmmHuuv3s_aem_nCMvMALJG-G402lyJeZ28A

A $6500 C5 Corvette Project

The first in a series of articles about a 1999 Corvette:

https://www.drivingline.com/articles/the-ticket-to-dirt-cheap-v8-glory-meet-our-6500-c5-corvette-project/

Details on the tire upgrade:

https://www.drivingline.com/articles/less-weight-more-grip-new-tires-wheels-for-our-budget-c5-corvette-project/

For the magnesium wheels "the factory staggered diameters and widths that came on all C5 Corvettes, in this case 17x8.5-inch in the front and 18x9.5-inch in the rear."  The writer opted to buy another set of "rear" tires to get  18x9.5-inch rims all around.
" I could run the same size tire on each corner as well, settling on a 285-35-R18 size. A lot of C5 owners go even wider, but this would still be a substantial improvement."

Planning more work on the Corvette:
https://www.drivingline.com/articles/budget-c5-corvette-project-car-update-all-the-little-things/

A Quick C5 Z06 Buyers Guide:

https://www.drivingline.com/articles/bang-for-the-buck-vette-a-quick-c5-z06-buyers-guide/