Tutorials and Articles

Rip DVDs for a Home Media Server

This short tutorial will show you exactly how to setup a media server in your home for movies, music and pictures.

Learn how to clean CDs, DVDs and vinyl records the easy and safe way. Keep your movies, games and music working well for a long time.

This tiny phone just might solve all of the problems that I have with the modern smartphone. I hope. Find out if it does.

Learn how to sew a button back onto a shirt when you’re on a trip. This is the fastest way to do it. Build your own sewing kit too.

Discover 25 foods that can be stored for up to 25 years for emergency preparedness and long term food storage. Learn which ones are best.

Discover why CDs are making a comeback and how physical media could help save music in the streaming era. They also have other huge benefits.

Learn the tips and tricks for repairing the 5th generation iPod Video. It’s easy to change the battery and fix broken parts.

I recently found this spoon and fork set that folds up neatly into a small package. It’s great for travel, EDC and emergencies.

Learn how to repair the 2nd generation iPod Nano. This guide will show you how to repair the buttons, change the LCD and battery.

These simple devices will allow you to add Bluetooth to any iPod that did not have it to begin with. You do not need to open the case.

Learn why a sillcock key is a piece of prepping gear that every go bag should have. It’s small, lightweight and super useful.

I finally found the perfect hiking hat for my over-sized head. Learn what it is and why it’s such a good hat for hot environments.