Episode 12 is up. A look at what Web3 truly needs to succeed, from real utility to community ownership and tech that solves real problems.
Read here: https://forum.beitmenotyou.online/t/episode-12-web3-what-it-really-needs-to-succeed/95
#Web3 #Tech
Michael J Burgess
beitmenotyou@nostr.beitmenotyou.online
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Hi, I'm Michael. I'm a writer, photographer, and self-sovereignty guide, author of 2 books.
#Linux #SelfHosting #Privacy #DigitalSovereignty #SelfSovereignty #SelfCustody #Decentralisation #Bitcoin #OpenSource #Web3 #FreedomTech #PrivacyTools #Homelab #RaspberryPi #IndieCreator #Writer #Photographer #Podcast #Fediverse #FreedomOfSpeech #TechForFreedom #DigitalFreedom #SovereignTech
Episode 8 is up. Beyond crypto prices, this one looks at investing in the Technology itself and why long-term vision matters more than daily charts.
Read here: https://forum.beitmenotyou.online/t/episode-8-beyond-cryptocurrency-prices-investing-in-technology/91
#Crypto #Tech
Episode 7 is live. AI is growing fast, and the question is what it means for our humanity. A look at creativity, control and the risks we rarely talk about.
Read here: forum.beitmenotyou.online/t/episode-7-ai-and-the-erosion-of-humanity/90
#AI #Future
Episode 6 is now up. A look at cryptocurrency and the big question around it, the future of Finance or a short-lived fad. A simple breakdown for anyone curious about where money is heading.
Read here: https://forum.beitmenotyou.online/t/episode-6-cryptocurrency-future-finance-or-fad/89
#Crypto #Finance
Episode 5 is here. Why we are bullish on Polygon and what makes it a powerful foundation for decentralised apps, communities and creators.
Read more: https://forum.beitmenotyou.online/t/episode-5-why-we-re-bullish-on-polygon/88
#Web3 #Polygon
Episode 2 is up. Social media is fading, and social protocols are rising. A look at why the future belongs to open networks that we control, not platforms.
Read here: https://forum.beitmenotyou.online/t/episode-2-social-media-is-dead-long-live-social-protocols/85
#Web3 #IndieWeb
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The forum at https://forum.beitmenotyou.online has been updated to version 2025.11.0.
This update opens the door for new features and improvements over the coming days. Have a look if you want to explore.
#SelfHosting #Community
The internet went down again, and this video explains what happened, why it keeps failing and how fragile the web really is behind the scenes.
Worth a watch: www.youtube.com/watch?v=g0ebwI35KJw
#Tech #Internet
The site has been updated today. It now includes translations, full responsiveness and better accessibility so more people can read and explore without barriers.
Have a look:
#IndieWeb #SelfHosting

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Hard to believe they want to trial puberty blockers for kids as young as ten. This raises real questions about safety, consent and long-term impact.
#ProtectKids #HealthDebate
New podcast episode is live. Dive into decentralised social media, why it matters, and how we can take control of our online lives again.
Listen here: creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/autonomousairwaves/episodes/Embracing-Decentralized-Social-Media-and-Regaining-Control-e33l25p
#Podcast #Web3
A clear guide on why privacy matters, how it is being chipped away, and the steps you can take to protect yourself online.
Read more: forum.beitmenotyou.online/t/guarding-privacy-an-educational-guide/81
#Privacy #Security
Built my own Matrix chat server today and created a simple contact page so anyone can reach me directly.
If you want to try it out or have a quick chat, you can now message me here: https://contact.beitmenotyou.online
#Matrix #SelfHosting
Core Linux concepts in one place. If you are planning a fresh install, this guide covers the basics so you can start with confidence.
Read more: https://forum.beitmenotyou.online/t/core-concepts-before-installing-linux/73
#Linux #Beginner
New post! ๐ Learn how to secure your Raspberry Pi with Fail2Ban, CrowdSec, and Tailscale. Protect your self-hosted setup from brute-force attacks while keeping remote access simple and safe.
๐ https://forum.beitmenotyou.online/t/securing-raspberry-pi-with-fail2ban-crowdsec-and-tailscale/69
#SelfHosting #RaspberryPi #CyberSecurity #PrivacyTech
New guide just dropped! ๐ Learn how to install Wiki.js on a Raspberry Pi 5 using Docker, PostgreSQL, an external hard drive, and Cloudflare Tunnel for secure remote access. Perfect for building your own private or team wiki.
๐ https://forum.beitmenotyou.online/t/installing-wiki-js-on-raspberry-pi-5-with-docker-postgresql-cloudflare-tunnel-and-external-hard-drive/67?u=beitmenotyou
#SelfHosting #WikiJS #RaspberryPi #Docker #Cloudflare #OpenSource
New post live! ๐ Learn how to install Mastodon on a Raspberry Pi 5 using Docker Compose, an external hard drive, and Cloudflare Tunnel for secure public access. Perfect for hosting your own social network!
๐ https://forum.beitmenotyou.online/t/installing-mastodon-on-a-raspberry-pi-5-with-docker-compose-external-hard-drive-and-cloudflare-tunneling/65?u=beitmenotyou
#SelfHosting #Mastodon #RaspberryPi #Docker #Fediverse
Just posted a new guide! ๐ฌ Learn how to install Matrix Synapse on a Raspberry Pi 5 using Docker. Build your own secure, private chat server and take control of your communication.
๐ https://forum.beitmenotyou.online/t/matrix-synapse-on-raspberry-pi-5-docker-guide/64?u=beitmenotyou
#SelfHosting #Matrix #Docker #RaspberryPi #PrivacyTech
