The episode begins with a discussion about a server issue resolved by replacing an old UPS, leading into a broader conversation about breaking free from Google's services and the tools that made it possible.
Old UPS caused random power-offs resolved by replacing it.
Introduction of Brent Gervais, who discusses his new NAS build.
Transition to discussing the 'No Google November' challenge and the surprising ease of using alternatives.
Breaking free from Google's grip: Our surprising journey and the tools that made it possible. Plus, Brent's NAS feature stirring up debate, s clever tool for distributed video encoding, and more.
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