Techranger

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[–] Techranger@infosec.pub 1 points 8 months ago

The home battery provides a backup source of limited power if the grid goes down, like a giant UPS. If one also has solar panels and/or wind generation capabilities on site, they have access to distributed domestically/locally sourced energy that isn't subject to things like embargoes, war, and other supply issues that can affect traditional energy sources. In an off-grid application, that battery is the only way to use these sourced of energy when it's night or the wind isn't blowing. Unfortunately, these capabilities are more expensive than utility-scale grid power which can leverage economies of scale. An EV is able to inject many different sources of energy into the task of transportation, depending on how and where the electricity is sourced. This is an excellent way of diversifying the energy input portfolio instead of putting all of one's eggs in one basket. Nuclear, hydroelectric, wind, geothermal, solar, natural gas, and coal come to mind. An ICE has much less choice and is therefore more beholden to economic fluctuations and vulnerabilities. I see a range of used EVs and PHEVs with costs equivalent or less to traditional ICE vehicles in my country. Certainly cheaper than many SUVs and pickups at least.

[–] Techranger@infosec.pub 8 points 9 months ago

One for each server.

[–] Techranger@infosec.pub 4 points 9 months ago

Bloody peasant!

Kc3xb5

[–] Techranger@infosec.pub 4 points 9 months ago (2 children)

I see a lot of desktop posts and everyone seems to include that shell output showing specs. What command is that?

[–] Techranger@infosec.pub 11 points 10 months ago (1 children)

I recognize the style from Gary Larson's The Far Side. It turns out Kliban was an inspiration of his!

[–] Techranger@infosec.pub 1 points 11 months ago (1 children)

I like wX on F-Droid.

[–] Techranger@infosec.pub 4 points 11 months ago (1 children)

You wanted Firechat. It was closed-source, though. https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/FireChat

[–] Techranger@infosec.pub 5 points 1 year ago (2 children)

While stopped, keep it in first gear and hold the clutch. Plan an escape path ahead of time and park at a slant if you have to. Using your mirrors, remain vigilant of traffic approaching from behind. Safe rides! 🏍️✌️

[–] Techranger@infosec.pub 5 points 1 year ago (1 children)

I went two wheels! My moto gets excellent fuel economy without the use of exotic metals like a hybrid or EV does. It was also way cheaper to buy than a car. Sometimes my parking is less of an impact, too because I can park in the landscaping islands in some parking lots if it's busy and I'm sneaky about it. One must be a very diligent and defensive rider and wear protective gear when riding. Having a different perspective about traffic flow helps with safety as well. Going slow for a bit after a stop while everyone else rushes ahead is a great way to keep traffic away from oneself. Also, having all the lights has helped everyone see me. No more cars pulling in front anymore. Don't be an arse, be extremely vigilant, and respect the machine. These rules have helped me so far. Many motorcyclists don't do that and have really skewed statistics and perception, I think.

[–] Techranger@infosec.pub 13 points 1 year ago

"I keep warning you. Doors and corners, kid. That's where they get you..."

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