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GPUs, VRAM, mini PCs, and the software stack for running models on hardware you own.
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Local AI
Andrej Karpathy's LLM Wiki pattern lets an AI build and maintain a structured knowledge base from your documents. Here's how to set it up locally with Obsidian and Ollama — no cloud services, no data leaving your network.
Agents
AutoAgent proves AI agents can autonomously modify their own tools and behavior. What self-improving agents mean for your local AI stack and home network security.
How-to
Build a private, local-first AI knowledge base using Obsidian, Ollama, and AnythingLLM. Your research stays on your network with zero monthly fees.
Buying guide
Compare every major OpenClaw alternative for home labs and smart homes. NanoClaw, ZeroClaw, PicoClaw, Nanobot, and more — ranked by security model, hardware requirements, and privacy.
How-to
MCP servers run executable code with your permissions. After the LiteLLM supply chain attack hit through a Cursor MCP plugin, here's how to audit, isolate, and harden every MCP connection in your AI stack.
How-to
Take control of your home network by turning a simple Raspberry Pi into a network-wide ad and tracker blocker. This comprehensive guide walks you through setting up Pi-hole from scratch, showing you how to intercept telemetry from smart TVs, speed up your...
How-to
Running AI locally keeps your data private, but default configurations can leave your home network vulnerable. Learn how to protect your deployment from exposed APIs, prompt injection, and supply chain attacks by isolating and hardening tools like Ollama, OpenClaw, and n8n.
How-to
Learn how to build a private, zero-cost AI agent stack using Ollama, n8n, and AnythingLLM. Automate workflows and chat with documents locally with no API fees.
MCP
Model Context Protocol (MCP) isn't just an AI framework; it's a standard networking protocol. While most tutorials focus on writing Python or TypeScript code, this guide covers the critical infrastructure underneath. Learn how to securely deploy MCP servers using Docker, manage network...
OpenClaw
Running the OpenClaw AI agent on localhost doesn't guarantee your system's safety. Following the ClawJacked vulnerability and a massive supply chain attack on the ClawHub marketplace, securing your instance is more critical than ever. This guide breaks down the core threats and...
OpenClaw
Learn how to run a powerful, local AI agent for your smart home without compromising your network. This guide covers secure OpenClaw deployment, Docker sandboxing, and Home Assistant integration.