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Unleashing Virtual Power: NVIDIA’s GPU Virtualization Revolution
In today’s fast-evolving tech landscape, virtualization has transformed how businesses and individuals harness computing power. At the heart of this revolution lies NVIDIA Virtual GPU Technology, a game-changer that brings the muscle of GPU acceleration to virtualized environments. Whether it’s powering remote workstations, enabling AI workloads, or enhancing cloud gaming,… Continue reading…
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Layer 2 Security with MACsec: Implementing It on MikroTik RouterOS
In today’s interconnected world, securing network traffic is more critical than ever. While many focus on higher-layer protections like firewalls or VPNs, securing the data link layer—Layer 2—often gets overlooked. This is where MACsec (Media Access Control Security) steps in, offering robust encryption and authentication for Ethernet frames. Specifically, MACsec… Continue reading…
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Exploring pfSense Community Edition: Your Home Lab Gateway to Robust Networking
In today’s connected world, securing and managing a network is no small task. Enter pfSense Community Edition, a powerful, open-source firewall and router software that’s become a go-to solution for enthusiasts, small businesses, and IT professionals alike. This article dives into what makes pfSense Community Edition stand out, its core… Continue reading…
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Unraid vs. TrueNAS: Which Home Lab NAS Solution Fits Your Needs?
When it comes to building a network-attached storage (NAS) system, two names often pop up: Unraid and TrueNAS. Both offer powerful ways to store, manage, and protect your data, but they cater to different users with unique needs. If you’re scratching your head trying to decide between Unraid and TrueNAS,… Continue reading…
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NVIDIA GPUs and PCIe 4.0: Unlocking Performance
Graphics processing units (GPUs) have become essential for gaming, content creation, and scientific computing. NVIDIA, a leader in GPU technology, consistently pushes the boundaries of performance. However, to fully harness the power of modern NVIDIA GPUs, the connection to your system—specifically, the PCI-Express (PCIe) interface—plays a critical role. With the… Continue reading…
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Using RouterOS NetInstall to Repair MikroTik RouterOS Firmware
Introduction MikroTik routers are known for their reliability and performance. However, like any other networking device, they can sometimes experience software corruption, boot failures, or misconfigurations. When this happens, the RouterOS firmware may need to be repaired or reinstalled. This is where RouterOS NetInstall comes in. NetInstall is a specialized… Continue reading…
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BlackRock Aladdin: The Tech Titan Shaping Global Finance
Imagine a tool so powerful it manages over $21 trillion in assets—more money than the economies of the UK, Japan, and Germany combined. That’s BlackRock Aladdin, a software platform that’s quietly revolutionizing how the world handles investments. Built by BlackRock, the largest asset management company on the planet, Aladdin isn’t… Continue reading…
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The Triffin Dilemma in a Digital World: How Tech Shapes Global Finance
Imagine a world where one country’s money runs the global economy, but its dominance creates a ticking time bomb. That’s the heart of the Triffin Dilemma, a concept born decades ago yet strikingly relevant today. As technology reshapes finance—from cryptocurrencies to digital payment systems—this economic paradox takes on new life.… Continue reading…
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Remotely Forcing a Restart of a Windows Server Using PowerShell
PowerShell provides administrators the ability to remotely restart Windows Servers, streamlining server management across various locations. To execute this, ensure Windows Remote Management is enabled and firewall ports 5985 and 5986 are open. Use the Restart-Computer cmdlet with appropriate credentials, supporting both immediate and delayed restarts, enhancing operational efficiency. Continue reading…
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Hybrid Performance Ranking Chart: NVIDIA GPUs and Compute Cards
Below is a hybrid performance ranking chart (ladder chart) of known NVIDIA GPUs and compute cards, blending consumer graphics cards (GeForce RTX/GTX series) with professional compute-focused cards (like NVIDIA’s A100, H100, and other data center GPUs). This chart ranks them based on a combination of gaming performance (frames per second… Continue reading…