Just published a breakdown of the new Veeam Plug-in for Proxmox VE 13.2.0.457.
Inline malware detection, updated sudo permissions, VE 9.0 support, application-aware processing — big improvements all around.

Full post:
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#Veeam #Proxmox #homelab #virtualization

Just published a full breakdown of how I harden WordPress using Wordfence, Really Simple Security, Cloudflare WAF + Turnstile, and pfSense/HAProxy path enforcement. Fast, secure, and locked down at every layer.

Read:
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#WordPress #Security #Cloudflare

“Backup systems are the new battlefield.”
I just published a breakdown of how to build a real defense-in-depth strategy across identity, network, storage, physical, and operational layers.
Check it out:
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#cybersecurity #backups #defenseindepth

Last year I covered how to use Home Assistant addons with rclone, S3 buckets, and Veeam to offer 3-2-1 backups of your Home Assistant server. Now, you can do it much more easily with a HACS addon and the new backup capabilities added in 2025.1

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🚀 New blog up: I’ve pushed my TensorRT Whisper project even further — plus local GLaDOS TTS and Ollama for blazing-fast, private voice AI.

Near-Alexa speed, zero cloud dependency.

Read it here: https://jonahmay.net/fast-local-voice-home-assistant-tensorrt-ollama
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Today I am observing #VeeamVanguard @kevenaar.name if he is doing well with his barbecue! #VannyVanguard

🎯 Austin: Veeam User Group Meetup at Pinballz – June 3
🕹️ Arcade Games, 🍝 Buffet, 🍷 Drinks, 💬 Expert AMA
🎟️ 50 spots only → tx.veeamuser.group/events/vug-a...
#Veeam #TexasTech #AustinEvents #TexasVUG

As we step into 2025, I'm thrilled to share the latest upgrades in my home lab, each crafted to enhance performance, reduce noise, and boost system versatility.
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In this third installment of my 2024 lab overhaul series, I’ll cover some of the most significant upgrades and migrations that I’ve implemented to enhance the performance, reliability, and versatility of my home lab environment.
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Object First has released Ootbi version 1.6 (1.6.63.10886), introducing security enhancements, improved access control, and enhanced monitoring capabilities. This update further strengthens Ootbi as a secure and high-performance backup storage target for Veeam.
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Veeam has released an important update to its Proxmox Virtual Environment Plugin with newly released version 12.1.3.197, bringing significant improvements in non-root user support, SOSAPI integration, and Proxmox networking compatibility. Read more:
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In the ever-evolving landscape of smart homes, Home Assistant stands as a beacon of customization and control. As enthusiasts, we invest time and effort into perfecting our setups but often overlook backups. Protect your config with rclone and Veeam!

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