iiinova — where your digital self keeps evolving

Phoenix @gsheps.net · 29/08/2026

There was chatter about it on the WAN show a few weeks ago, as well as an ASN registration back in July for additional context: www.youtube.com/watch?v=vFXh... bgp.he.net/AS402835#_wh...

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Phoenix @gsheps.net · 29/08/2026

Seeing LTT working on a video for ASNs and BGP and dubbing it "becoming our own ISP" has me concerned for the future of the internet. Either we're about to see a crap ton of ASNs pop up, or a crap ton of fraud w/ARIN and disappointed LTT fanboys lol.

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Phoenix @gsheps.net · 22/08/2026

These vinyls look super good @4kcarpet.bsky.social! ❤️ Someone did a little sneaky I see...

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Phoenix @gsheps.net · 13/08/2026

This project has been a total blast to work on, I'm looking forward to see how far I can take it! 😁

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Phoenix @gsheps.net · 08/08/2026

I think the tenders were a good trade for the onion dispenser. Change my mind.

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Phoenix @gsheps.net · 07/08/2026

The ones on Amazon are pretty good, "Pawaboo" lol.

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Phoenix @gsheps.net · 23/07/2026

OIDC is the new LDAP, hear me out... It's inherently secure, it's easy, and, it works with (almost) everything. This app, literally makes it stupid easy. pocket-id.org

pocket-id.org

Pocket ID | Easy-to-use OIDC Provider

An easy-to-use OpenID Connect Certified™ and OAuth 2.0 provider that lets users sign in to your applications with passkeys.

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Phoenix @gsheps.net · 11/07/2026

My favorite thing from it was saying all of these company names and the guy who's leasing space to me knew them all! And seeing how folks in the space all use very similar tools, and technologies!

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Phoenix @gsheps.net · 11/07/2026

My first DC-experience was interesting to say the least! Very HOT! But TONS and TONS of information to absorb!

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Phoenix @gsheps.net · 09/07/2026

Writing this up was alot of fun, lots of research and recalling how I did things. I thought it would be a nice way of encouraging others to follow in my footsteps and start their own ASNs :)

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Phoenix @gsheps.net · 09/07/2026

For clarification- to make a move to greener pastures, the next jump, away from helpdesk. I'd love to move into a sysadmin/engineer role, I've got the background and determination. (possibly) a consultant role? I do tend to spread myself on skills, with quantity > focus.

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Phoenix @gsheps.net · 09/07/2026

Lately I've just been tacking awesome things onto my "yeah, I've done that" list with my business. It's a dual-edge blade; yes I did it, but, it's another nail in the coffin for my day-job. I'm really hoping this pays off, I'm looking to make a move in 2027, but wouldn't say no to doing it sooner.

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Phoenix @gsheps.net · 02/07/2026

I started SCREAMING when I got this working, and my partner was like "what happened!!!???" and came rushing in. I've been cracking at this all day, and finally got it working! He just walked away when he realized it was nerd stuff. I AM my own ISP, and that rocked my world after realizing that! ☺️

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Phoenix @gsheps.net · 01/07/2026

Not going to sugarcoat this, I got EXTRAORDINARILY LUCKY with this contract. I found someone, emailed them politely, and managed to negotiate a deal, not something I do too often, but negotiation is power! Looking forward to this after Anthrocon! It's going to be a wild ride!

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Phoenix @gsheps.net · 29/06/2026

Learning BGP with my friends has been a total whirlwind! Who knew this much was involved with operating what's essentially the *backbone* of the internet! I'm really looking forward to working on this project! It's going to be awesome!

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Phoenix @gsheps.net · 28/06/2026

2AM activities - clicking sliders on pre-staged DNS records and migrating a VM, then nuking the shit out of a baremetal server. Good times... Glad it's finally done though :)

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PhoenixNet-Labs @phoenixnet-labs.com · 23/06/2026

It has been decided, our ASN is: AS402663! Next-step, addressing!

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PhoenixNet-Labs @phoenixnet-labs.com · 23/06/2026

Finally bit the bullet on purchasing / finalizing our ASN. This has been one of those "I'm not sure... Maybe... Why do I...?" type things, but honestly, it should be a good step in the right direction for the company. Will reply to this thread when it's assigned with what it is! 😎

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Phoenix @gsheps.net · 21/05/2026

I used to use Ghost, but I ran into some snags with images just *disappearing* post-upgrade, and shut it off. I've been considering something like Hugo, or alike options, but now that I've gone pro with my company, I'm still trying to process how I'm going to publish / write going forward.

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PhoenixNet-Labs @phoenixnet-labs.com · 19/05/2026

Finally getting around to running backups again on a regular basis. Used to use Veeam NFR prior to forming the business proper, but now that I've gone pro, I'd rather reduce the corner cutting. Using a tool called "Backrest" that uses Restic to automate backups! github.com/garethgeorge...

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Phoenix @gsheps.net · 19/05/2026

I'm just now realizing the ultimate pivot is going from homelab to home-business. I can list this "operation" as career experience now on my resume and highlight all of the skills and technologies I needed to build it from the ground up. 🤯

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Phoenix @gsheps.net · 15/05/2026

Uh-oh, fellow Bitwarden users, not looking good for those of us who self-host w/Vaultwarden. Although, taking it with a grain of salt, employee chimed in as well and said it was a *mistake* and was put back. www.fastcompany.com/91542655/bit... www.reddit.com/r/Bitwarden/...

fastcompany.com

Bitwarden scrubs 'Always free' and 'Inclusion' values from its website as longtime execs step down

What is going on with the beloved open-source password manager?

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Chi 🔜 GFM @furrychi.bsky.social · 06/05/2026

Ice cream at work with my work puppy @gsheps.net

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Phoenix @gsheps.net · 24/04/2026

Is it socially acceptable to dog on crappy Usenet indexers? Whoever runs DogNZB needs to get their shit together, because if I can't reach your API 40% of the time, I'm not going to use your product lol. Literally 40% miss rate - ???

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Phoenix @gsheps.net · 31/03/2026

Oh is that Dan from sales? I unsubscribed and blacklisted the domain like a month ago, he's really bad at taking *no* for an answer.

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Phoenix @gsheps.net · 27/03/2026

Man, this con ROCKS! Met the nerds behind nyxtel.net! Radios, telecommunications, and tech!

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Phoenix @gsheps.net · 26/03/2026

They scan your feet in-store and determine which inserts will suit you best! They also offer custom inserts!

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Phoenix @gsheps.net · 26/03/2026

It’s my time to shine! Redwings man! These things rock! I’ve had mine for over a year now, and they’re super comfy! I strongly recommend the inserts!

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Phoenix @gsheps.net · 25/03/2026

Sometimes, and I hate to admit it, you don't get a choice in the matter. The *perfect* home can be limited by one factor, and 9/10 times it's the fact that it's in a HOA. We got smacked by that with our current home, it is what it is.

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PhoenixNet-Labs @phoenixnet-labs.com · 25/03/2026

*ahem* is this thing on? Hi there! 👋

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Phoenix @gsheps.net · 25/03/2026

*points* I know where that is!

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Phoenix @gsheps.net · 24/03/2026

I rolled a little *too fast* and started listing it places and talking about it in an unprofessional way, so I decided to reel things back and try again. I'm likely going to start another account for business related things, including the things I work on! When I do, I'll be sure to repost here!

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Phoenix @gsheps.net · 24/03/2026

I want to start slow, understand what I'm getting myself into, and build up some capital. Then, once I feel comfortable, I want to try consulting with other small businesses, and seeing how things go. I have alot of experience with alot of different products, and I want to share my knowledge!

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Phoenix @gsheps.net · 24/03/2026

Wanted to talk about a few things: Yes - I did start a business, I'm thinking of it as a way to explore what *I* want to do. I enjoy my 9-5, but I thought it would be a great way to branch-out on my own accord and do more. BUT, I'm not sure what direction I want to take it yet!

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Phoenix @gsheps.net · 20/03/2026

They're not bad phones! I like them as SIP handsets w/LTE/5G. I personally wouldn't do much more with them, they're kinda sluggish.

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Phoenix @gsheps.net · 19/03/2026

You know what's hot? Bridging our PBXs together 👉🥺👈

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Phoenix @gsheps.net · 10/03/2026

Fun, but I like to call it Forksearch (Fun-work-research)

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Phoenix @gsheps.net · 10/03/2026

Alot of "Android for Work" devices are on older more stable builds of Android, but I do get the mindset lol. XP10 runs Android 12 iirc? Should have one in hand by end of week here hopefully.

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Phoenix @gsheps.net · 10/03/2026

I've been working with a few IoT carriers, but might try a few other options before I decide on what I pick. very much in the "experimentation" phase right now.

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Phoenix @gsheps.net · 10/03/2026

PhoenixNet-Labs Mobility When??? Could be even sooner than you think 😎

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Phoenix @gsheps.net · 10/03/2026

u have no idea how much trouble I had to go through to get this stupid thing to upgrade to Android 10 lol.

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Phoenix @gsheps.net · 10/03/2026

Man, anyone remember mowned?

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Phoenix @gsheps.net · 10/03/2026

At the very least, a disclaimer would be nice, yes.

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Phoenix @gsheps.net · 10/03/2026

That was my experience, ConCat was crashing hard first 5 minutes and then I managed to squeeze in to the hotel website and everything good was gone. :'(

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