The Internet Vagabond
Technology Posts

Automatic Backups with RClone, systemd, and Backblaze

2023-05-07
RClone is a command-line utility for interacting with an incredible number of cloud services. Backblaze is a reliable and inexpensive cloud storage provider. With systemd timer units, I setup a simple and reliable backup solution.

Funkwhale on Linode with Object Storage

2022-09-27
Funkwhale is a cool project, building a federated music platform. I wanted to explore Funkwhale's ability to store music and associated files in object storage, and since I already use Linode for my VPS, leveraging their object storage offering makes a lot of sense.

Setting up Syncthing on the Steam Deck (Updated!)

2022-07-12
Syncthing is an incredible tool that I use to keep pictures, music, notes, and games synchronized across multiple platforms. The form factor of the Steam Deck makes it a perfect emulation target, and Syncthing can help keep games and saves in-sync with other machines.

Brief Exploration of Syncthing

2020-07-19
Syncthing is an incredible tool. In this post, I want to explore setting it up, and then some uses I've found for it.

Using BTRFS to setup a simple RAID, with subvolumes, snapshots and backups

2020-06-14
BTRFS is a file system, and includes built-in functionality for RAID. I decided to use it for the storage disks in my desktop. Here is how I set it up, using subvolumes, with snapshots and backups.

Random Thoughts 1

2016-03-11
I'm on vacation this week, which is pretty grand. Thus far I've accomplished one of the 4 rather meager goals I set for myself, played plenty of games, caught up on some reading and videos and feeds, and slept in far later than I should have.

An Examination of TLS, Part 2

2015-11-10
TLS, more often referred to as SSL, is the means by which a secure connection is established over a computer network. Part 1 examines how to establish a secure connection using TLS. This article examines further the techniques and technology that makes TLS secure. Specifically, a brief examination of certificates, cipher suites, and public-key authentication.

An Examination of TLS, Part 1

2015-05-06
TLS, more often referred to as SSL, is a means by which a secure connection is established over a computer network. In this introductionary post, I layout the steps to establishing a secure connection.