IT-BA, DaveDo You Practice Safe Document?A while back I blogged about protecting your computer data (i.e. files) [here]. But what about safeguarding your hard-copy (i.e. paper)…Dec 21, 2021Dec 21, 2021
IT-BA, DaveWhat’s the Diff… Home Automation vs. Smart Home?I periodically get asked about the difference between “Home Automation” (HA) and “Smart Home” Technology (SHT). Generally, I provide a…Sep 9, 2021Sep 9, 2021
IT-BA, DaveThoughts on Home Security — Discouraging Nefarious ActivityBurglary, break-ins, squatters… oh my! These are insane times… initial indications show crime is at historically high levels in many…Jul 21, 2021Jul 21, 2021
IT-BA, DaveThoughts on Personal Cyber Security & PrivacyLiving in this technologically advanced world is a lot of work, with “tech” seeming to have more detriments than benefits. Everywhere you…May 27, 2021May 27, 2021
IT-BA, DaveElectric Vehicle Charging Outlets… Essential Home Prep?Being a technologist I’m often asked questions about electric vehicle (EV) charging… I guess humans view EVs more as technology than as a…May 4, 2021May 4, 2021
IT-BA, DaveHome Computer Backup Can Be Fun!Yeah… not really…. and I know what you’re thinking… I don’t have time for backup… plus, I got my stuff in the Cloud son !!! Well, I agree…Apr 26, 2021Apr 26, 2021
IT-BA, DaveWhen Smart Homes Turn EvilYou got all these fancy smart devices in your home to make life easier… now ask yourself, do you know exactly what they’re doing when…Mar 22, 2021Mar 22, 2021
IT-BA, DaveHomeowner App ConsiderationsThere is a massive smorgasbord of apps out there promising to help homeowners manage their lives and/or property. Besides “services”, seems…Mar 8, 2021Mar 8, 2021
IT-BA, DaveIs a Home Security Alarm Worth It?IMHO… the response is always YES! In my last post Home Security Camera Considerations, I noted that security cameras are like the police…Feb 22, 2021Feb 22, 2021
IT-BA, DaveHome Security Camera ConsiderationsSo… thinking about putting cameras up around your home? Probably a good idea, but you should be at least somewhat informed before doing so…Feb 5, 2021Feb 5, 2021