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Circling back to TikTok…. Have you had any success blocking TikTok through the domain using custom DNS like OpenDNS? I’ve added it to my current setup until the Alien arrives and while it works great for the browser site, I can’t seem to get the app blocked.

Yeah if mine goes down (has only happened with power outage),I do what I can on the cell hotspot or take the day off.

While I wait for a Dream Machine to come in stock, I decided to go ahead and order an Alien. Worst case, I can use it as a dedicated camping router or gift it to the in-laws if I end up replacing it with a UDM.

Still reading, it I think the Unifi ecosystem is actually what I’m wanting. I’d hate to miss out on Wi-Fi 6 but it looks like the Amplifi series just barely has the advanced features I’m after.

I’m currently searching for the full manual online now! Best Buy actually has them for $279.

Man, that is seriously cool! I am looking for more advanced features for sure and am realizing now I should have my network better protected. When my phone friends come over asking for the Wi-Fi password, I can say “sure, but TikTok won’t work. ”. Alien it is!

Nah I did have it in bypass mode when running the Motorola Q11 system. I’ve since went back to the Starlink router only due to some perceived handoff issues between nodes. I actually thought Starlink equipment would do a guest network and was surprised to find out that it didn’t. If the built in speed tests are accurate, I’m actually losing a good bit of data speeds through either the routers.

Thanks for the info! I am also looking at the dream machines. I am working from home full time as well now. Starlink is my ISP so while my speeds aren’t super amazing, I do feel like I could benefit from a quality router. Also, having QoS and guest network capabilities are growing more important to me with the limited bandwidth. All of the friends that came over to watch the superbowl ended up watching TikTok and bumping my 4K stream down.

I've also wondered if a lot of my issues with the previous router were more to do with devices not switching nodes consistently rather than and actual issue with the message system itself. One single, more powerful router would hopefully alleviate those issues.

I'm kind of of thinking if I'm gonna spend over $400 for a router, I need to go ahead and find a Wifi 6E capable model. They are all just so ugly......

Nice! I haven’t even thought about just using a single unit. I only have a single story 1600 sq ft area. The Starlink router does a decent job but loses some strength in the extreme corner of the living room. The Alien is priced decent enough as well.

A comment on another thread has led me to reevaluate my home network. I’m currently using a Motorola Q11 mesh router system pulling internet from my Starlink modem. The Starlink router functionality is fairly basic and lacks some features I’d like. (Guest Networks, QoS, etc). To my knowledge, the Q11 sends most of my info to a cloud server that holds all of the settings. Does anyone have recommendations on a mesh router system that is less dependent on a cloud server? Maybe that ship has sailed…..

Thanks for that. Pretty much confirms all the things I’ve always wondered. I was actually considering ditching all of my IoT stuff yesterday but mainly because when the power blinks, all of my smart lights turn on and wake me up. The settings are supposed to revert back to the prior state before an outage but they don’t. I guess they need to be on so they can report back when the power grid is back up………

I’d love to hear more on this. Maybe in PM to not derail the thread. If you are willing. Apart from guns, I like playing guitar and am just starting out with amateur photography. I’ve bought some nice photography gear that is a couple years old and “outdated”.

I’m getting material purchased for a 16’x10, hoop house / greenhouse to supplement our larger uncovered garden. Two foot high side sections with cattle panels arched over the top. I’m planning to have a raised bed in one side and shelving on the other. Any tips for someone new to greenhousing? Im going to do it “right” as far as construction goes but don’t plan to go high dollar on extras. Basically just lightweight door and window frames with plastic coverings.

Bumping this thread back from the dead. I just picked one of these up yesterday for my 17 Gen 5. I haven’t had a chance to shoot it yet but I really like it so far. It doesn’t fit in with the current trend of enclosed dots but I’d say the pros outweigh the cons on this one since it’s not going to be a carry gun. It points pretty much identically to an irons only Glock. It’s not quite co witness with the stock sights but it’s close. I wasn’t sure how I’d like a green dot but it doesn’t bother me in the least so far. Anyone else got hands on with one of these?

There’s lots of land in Fayette county but it’s getting more expensive by the minute!

I would agree with the 43 pick. Since the 43x and 48 came out, I think many see it as obsolete. I’ve recently given my wife my 48 and went back to a 19 for EDC. The 43 can be pocketed in shorts on those super hot, “I don’t want to wear a holster” days.

I’ve used something similar early on in my shooting. The red dot will get you that same feedback without firing a round though. Unless of course you close your eyes when you shoot.

That’s impressive.

Anyone that shoots out of their living room must be doing something right.

I skimmed through the thread so I apologize if this has been mentioned…. If you don’t have a red dot equipped hand gun, I would get one. Learning to use and training with a red dot ended up unintentionally being one of the best training tools I have purchased. The dot will give you instant visual feedback of what’s happening during your trigger press. Even if you mainly shoot or carry irons only, it will 100% improve not only your trigger press, but your presentation if you put the time in. Now regarding grip, I have found success using this technique shown by Bob Vogel. While I don’t do it exactly like he shows with his support hand, the strong hand advice is spot on. I basically apply pressure in the opposite direction with my support hand. I can slap the trigger to my hearts content and stay on target.

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