PHP Templates: Critical and Easy
Nothing here is rocket science (or even novel) but its a vital concept for web-designers, regardless of how you code a page: templates. Templating your website allows you to have a consistent look across all of your pages, allows for incredibly easy design updates and server migrations, and allows you to seamlessly integrate third party components (such as a WordPress blog) into your website design (for a good example, go to www.survivedgear.com - I was lazy with this site).... continue reading
Network Attached Storage (NAS) for PC/Mac Home
I spent today setting up a NAS drive to house all of my photos and music in addition to serving as a backup for all of my computers (two desktops and a laptop). Every situation is unique when setting up a home network, mine was no exception. I have outlined my setup and some of the problems I encountered - I focus on the areas where I couldn't find adequate help elsewhere online.... continue reading