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)…7 min read·Dec 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…8 min read·Sep 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…12 min read·Jul 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…16 min read·May 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…6 min read·May 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…8 min read·Apr 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…7 min read·Mar 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…6 min read·Mar 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…7 min read·Feb 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…9 min read·Feb 5, 2021----