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Finding the right email provider can be a bit of a challenge, especially when your family’s needs are specific, and you’re looking for something reliable yet affordable. For years, our family relied on Gandi, a domain registrar that generously offered free email hosting with every domain registered. However, as it often happens, good things come to an end. When Gandi discontinued their free email service, we found ourselves on the lookout for a new email provider that could meet our family’s needs without costing a fortune....

In today’s digital age, browsing the internet often comes with a barrage of intrusive ads. For those of us looking to enhance our web experience, effective ad-blocking solutions are essential. This is where Toolz comes in to help with its visually appealing AdBlock Test site. When I visited the Toolz AdBlock Test site, I was immediately impressed by its clean, user-friendly design. I could quickly see how well my ad-blocker performed against a variety of test ads....

Signal, the popular messaging app known for its strong privacy features, has recently introduced a new way to enhance your privacy: usernames. This update allows users to connect with others without revealing their phone numbers. Signal’s commitment to privacy is well-known, but the introduction of usernames takes this to another level. By default, your phone number is now hidden from anyone who doesn’t already have it saved in their contacts. This means you can join group chats, message individuals, and make calls without exposing your phone number....

Traveling through Europe with my family has always been a thrilling adventure, but dealing with roaming issues often turned our excitement into frustration. On every trip, I found myself visiting kiosks, fumbling with my smartphone, and struggling to set up local SIM cards. This tedious process was a consistent source of stress. However, my experience changed dramatically when I discovered the Airalo app. Airalo leverages eSIM technology, allowing me to bypass the hassles of traditional SIM cards....

Cookie banners are a ubiquitous part of browsing the web, popping up on nearly every site you visit. They are intended to inform you about the use of cookies and to comply with privacy laws like the GDPR. However, for many users, these constant interruptions can be incredibly annoying. Here’s why: Constant Interruptions: Every time you visit a new website, you’re greeted with a banner that interrupts your browsing experience. Cluttered Interface: Many banners are poorly designed and take up a significant portion of the screen, making it hard to read content....

For years, I believed that encrypting my emails with GPG was the gold standard for keeping my communications secure. The idea of having an additional layer of protection, especially in an age where privacy is constantly under threat, was appealing. However, my perspective has changed dramatically, and I no longer use GPG email encryption. Here’s why. The Complexity of Key Management The first major hurdle with GPG encryption is the management of keys....

..and one day you will get there. Our son has just taken his first steps!

Thanks to the hosts of Late Night Linux, I recently discovered a useful tool for setting up Wi-Fi on your clients with ease. Qrencode allows you to generate a QR code from any wireless access point. After scanning the code with your iOS/Android device, it will automatically connect to the Wi-Fi network without manual entry of any credentials. Milosz Galazka’s tutorial provides great insight into this excellent open source program.

Everybody should have a mentor. At least be one for another person. That’s why my first post is dedicated to my online mentors and all the sources of inspiration out there on the IndieWeb. Without the provocative lines of Kev, I might have never startet this Blog. Without the inspirational voice of Leo, I might have completely lost the daily drive to keep on learning. I am excited about the road ahead!...