A deep dive into how DNS works, why it matters for security, how to configure pfSense for encrypted DNS with Quad9, what encrypted DNS does and does not hide, and why a VPN is still the practical answer for private internet access.
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DNS: The Invisible Backbone of Your Network and Why Securing It Changes Everything - Non Technical
A deep dive into how DNS works, why it matters for security, how to configure pfSense for encrypted DNS with Quad9, and how TLS metadata, ECH, and VPNs affect internet privacy.
Why Many Home Lab Builders Are Moving from UniFi Cameras to Reolink + Blue Iris
Why Many Home Lab Builders Are Moving from UniFi Cameras to Reolink + Blue Iris
For years, UniFi Protect has been one of the most popular surveillance systems for home lab enthusiasts and small businesses.
It looks great.
The interface is polished.
And the integration with UniFi networking gear is seamless.
But over the past few years, a noticeable shift has started happening in the home lab and self-hosted communities.