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8 episodes
#4459: Fixed Egress IP From Anywhere: Is IP Allowlisting Dead?
How to get a static IP from anywhere for admin access — and whether IP allowlisting still makes sense in 2026.
#4417: How to Tell Real Security Tools From Fakes
A friend's question about SSN monitoring reveals how to spot fake security tools designed to steal what you're trying to protect.
#4378: SSIDs vs Radio Noise: What Actually Happens
More SSIDs don't mean more radio interference—beacon frames are sequential, not collisions. Here's what actually matters.
#2831: What VPNs Still Protect After HTTPS
HTTPS encrypts your content but leaves your metadata exposed. Here's what a VPN still protects.
#2695: Self-Hosting Tailscale Exit Nodes Safely
How to safely route traffic through your home from anywhere using Tailscale exit nodes — without exposing your network.
#2447: Why Netflix Shows Differ by Country
Why your Netflix library differs by country — and how territorial licensing funds the movies you love.
#1656: The VPS Relay: Secure Home Server Access Without Port Forwarding
Learn how to securely expose home servers to the internet using a VPS relay, avoiding risky port forwarding.
#1173: Digital Borders: The Economics of Geo-Restricted Content
Why is your favorite show still blocked in your region? We dive into the complex world of global licensing and the escalating war on VPNs.