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Technical notes for Linux, automation, cloud, and creator workflows.

Browse the full archive of KeepItTechie posts, from practical Linux fixes to homelab build notes and AI workflow experiments.

12/10/2025
Culture

Money Does Not Equal Intellect #joebuddenpodcast #marclamonthill #shorts

Having money and having intelligence are not the same thing. This piece unpacks that simple idea and why it still matters in conversations about success, credibility, and how we judge people.

12/8/2025
Linux

LM Studio on Linux: The Easiest Way To Run Local AI (No Cloud Needed)

LM Studio makes it much easier to run open-source AI models locally on Linux without turning the setup into a science project. This walkthrough focuses on Ubuntu 24.04, covering installation, the interface,...

12/5/2025
Tech Culture

We Need to Talk About This… The War on Knowledge Is Getting Loud

The loudest people online are not always the most informed, and that has real consequences for how we learn, build, and grow. Let’s talk about anti-intellectualism, misinformation,...

11/28/2025
Linux

Incus | The Private Cloud You’re Not Using Yet

Incus gives you a clean way to run containers and virtual machines in a cloud-style setup without piling everything directly onto Proxmox....

11/21/2025
Linux

Stop Uploading Your Memories to Big Tech | Self-Host Immich

Immich gives you a private, self-hosted way to manage photos and videos without handing everything over to big tech. Here’s the walkthrough covered in the video, from Ubuntu Server prep and Docker setup to first login,...

11/17/2025
Linux

Ghostty | The Terminal That Might Replace All Your Terminals

Ghostty is getting a lot of attention in the Linux world, especially for people who care about speed, layout, and customization. Here’s a grounded look at why it stands out, how it fits on Arch Linux,...

11/10/2025
Linux

MicroCloud: Ubuntu’s Cloud Built for Homelabs

MicroCloud looks like a really interesting middle ground for homelab builders who want cloud-style infrastructure without jumping straight into OpenStack or Kubernetes....

11/4/2025
TrueNAS

TrueNAS Just Got Serious | Why 25.10 Changes Everything

TrueNAS 25.10 "Goldeye" stands out because it pushes enterprise-style storage performance closer to everyday homelab and self-hosted users. The big themes are speed, simpler access to serious storage features,...

10/28/2025
Linux

Carburetor | The One-Click Privacy Tool for Linux (You Need This)

Carburetor is a simple Linux privacy tool designed to route your system traffic through the Tor network without a complicated setup. Here’s a practical look at what it does, why it matters,...

10/16/2025
Linux

Zorin OS 18: The Windows Killer Just Leveled Up!

Zorin OS 18 lands at the right time for people moving on from Windows 10. This release is positioned as a beginner-friendly Linux desktop that can breathe new life into older hardware while keeping the experience smooth...