I’ve always wanted an email address from my own domain. Imagine how cool it would be to have an email like [email protected] on your resume! When I first had this idea, I didn’t know much about email protocols, DNS records, or IT in general. I bought a domain but left the idea on the back burner for years. Recently, I decided to finally make it happen. I investigated a few options and wanted to summarize my findings here. ...
Introduction: The Why After upgrading to a new Apple Silicon Mac, I was left with a powerful 2018 Intel Mac Mini. Having previously upgraded its memory to a hefty 64GB (thanks to iFixit’s Guide), I didn’t want to just discard it. It seemed like the perfect candidate to become the cornerstone of my first homelab server. My goal was to install Proxmox VE, a powerful open-source hypervisor. However, Apple’s hardware is well-known for its controlled environment, and the T2 security chip adds another layer of complexity. This guide is the detailed documentation of my journey. ...
Two years ago, I was in the middle of a career change from commerce to cybersecurity. It was during this busy time that I was accepted into the WiCyS Security Training Scholarship. Six months later, I successfully passed three GIAC certifications, all while managing a full-time job and part-time postgraduate studies. It required a serious commitment to time management, but I want to show that it is absolutely achievable. This post is for anyone considering the program and wondering if they can handle it, or whoever wants to know some tips for taking GIAC exams. ...