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"SSHFP Records on Windows Server" by Colin Cogle

SSHFP records are a vital part of securing SSH. However, Microsoft's DNS Server doesn't give us an easy way to add them. Here's how.

"A File Format to Aid in Security Vulnerability Disclosure" by Colin Cogle

When security vulnerabilities are discovered by researchers, proper reporting channels are often lacking. As a result, vulnerabilities may be left unreported.

"Replacing OpenDKIM with dkimpy-milter" by Colin Cogle

OpenDKIM might be the gold standard, but the DKIM standard is evolving without it, so it's time to retire it.

"A Kick in the Glass" by Colin Cogle

Single-stream recycling is great, but it has downsides. Fortunately, there are steps you can take to help.

"PowerShell Polish, Part 1: Perfecting Your Scripts" by Colin Cogle

Here's how to take your PowerShell script and turn it into the best version of itself.

"PowerShell 7 for Programmers" by Colin Cogle

A quick look at the new features in PowerShell 7 as they pertain to programmers.

"In Defense of the Great Indoors" by Colin Cogle

The Sierra Club, the nation's most prominent environmental group, has a staunch opinion about net neutrality. That's a sign that you should, too.

"Much Ado about Electrons" by Colin Cogle

Can building-scale batteries bolster Connecticut's fledgling solar industry?

"An Interim Fix for GPGMail on Snow Leopard" by Colin Cogle

GPGMail has been an invaluable tool for users of both GPG and Apple’s Mail application. Unfortunately, the marriage of GPG to Mail has been a bittersweet relationship.

"Fare Thee Well" by Colin Cogle

Bus fares have returned to Connecticut, and more service changes will arrive for both road and rail.

“Push Comes to Dove’” by Colin Cogle

By adding a few things to your Dovecot IMAP server, you can have instant new mail notifications on your Apple devices.

"Do It Better: SSH" by Colin Cogle

SSH is easy to secure, but that doesn't mean there isn't more work to be done.

"Sunburned: The Unintended Effect of Senate Bill 9" by Colin Cogle

While Connecticut Senate Bill 9 is a step forward for renewable energy, it includes a knife in the back for homeowners and small businesses.

"Canadian Son: Roots, Stars, and Everything in Between" by Colin Cogle

I took a trip to Canada to find my roots and stare at the sun.

“Putting a Dumb Weather Station on the Internet” by Colin Cogle

After all, why not? Why shouldn't I put a dumb Temu weather station on the Internet?

"New Milford Enacts Citizen-Led Fracking Waste Ban" by Colin Cogle

New Milford becomes the twenty-first Connecticut town to ban the sale, use, and import of fracking waste by-products.

"APRS Weather Reporting By Hand" by Colin Cogle

You can use aprs-weather-submit to share weather data without a smart weather station.

“All About ADIF” by Colin Cogle

No man is an island. Part of ham radio is keeping accurate logs, for your benefit and theirs.

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