#networking
8 episodes
Powering the Abyss: The Secret High-Voltage Undersea Web
Discover the incredible engineering behind subsea cables, from 18,000-volt circuits to using the Earth itself as a giant return wire.
Breaking the Monolith: Building a Resilient Home Lab Grid
When a single home server fails, the whole house goes dark. Learn how to shrink your "blast radius" by moving to a distributed hardware grid.
Why Are We Still Using Physical SIM Cards in 2026?
Corn and Herman explore why the tiny plastic SIM card refuses to die and how carrier politics are slowing down the digital revolution.
Beyond the Blackout: Tech for Digital Survival
When the grid goes dark, how do you get the truth out? Explore the high-stakes world of BGP hijacking, satellite jamming, and mesh networks.
Future-Proofing Your Home Network for the AI Era
Stop the lag: Herman and Corn break down Cat 6A, SFP+ backbones, and why Wi-Fi 7 is the ultimate upgrade for local AI.
Ditching the Tank: Lightweight Linux Router Alternatives
Is OPNsense overkill for your home? Herman and Corn explore lightweight Linux alternatives for a faster, simpler, and more reliable network.
The Glass Threads: Decoding the Internet's Anatomy
From living room routers to deep-sea cables, Herman and Corn explore the massive, hidden engineering that keeps our digital world connected.
Industrial Strength: Why Airports Don’t Use Smart Bulbs
Why do airports stay lit while your smart home fails? Herman and Corn dive into industrial-grade tech and the physics of beaming internet.