Why Compile OpenWrt Yourself There are several reasons to compile OpenWrt yourself: Customization: Users can choose which software packages to install according to their needs, resulting in a smaller firmware file size. Updates: If you want to use the latest kernel version or other software, you can compile it yourself. Security: If you want to … Read more
Introduction The RTC (Real Time Clock) is an electronic device used to keep track of time, widely applied in various embedded systems. This article analyzes issues encountered with RTC in practical applications through real case studies and provides practical suggestions, such as time “resetting” and excessive RTC time errors. RTC (Real Time Clock): A standalone … Read more
Project Introduction Runtipi is an open-source personal home server management tool. Its project positioning aims to simplify the management and configuration process of home servers, allowing users to easily install and manage various self-hosted applications, even non-technical users can quickly get started. It is built on Docker, utilizing containerization technology for rapid deployment and isolation … Read more
There are many products on the market for home surveillance, which work well, but they lack the satisfaction of DIY. Furthermore, we are constantly dealing with code, so it’s good to get a little closer to hardware. Just to clarify, our home surveillance will monitor photos every minute, not real-time video, as the Raspberry Pi … Read more
Proxmox has always been quietly… quietly paying attention to ARM, and core developers have repeatedly stated: as long as needed, an ARM version of Proxmox VE can be provided at any time. They have also mentioned that they never restrict users from porting Proxmox VE to ARM. In fact, in 2021, a German developer created … Read more
Configure Syncthing Auto-Start on Banana Pi Raspberry Pi System Independent Observer, January 19, 2020 (Updated August 30, 2020) First, let’s clarify some terms: “Banana Pi” is a domestic clone of the Raspberry Pi hardware product, “Raspberry Pi system” refers to “raspberrypi“, and “Syncthing” is a multi-platform sync software. The installation and usage of Syncthing can … Read more
Alpine Linux is known for its minimal size and security features, making it an ideal operating system choice for resource-constrained devices like the Raspberry Pi. This article will detail how to install and configure Alpine Linux on the Raspberry Pi and explore its advantages and use cases in embedded applications. Features and Advantages of Alpine … Read more