Tag: operating systems

  • Start9 resetting password debacle

    Start9 resetting password debacle

    I installed the Start9 server with little issue. You can read about that here. But what I’ve run into now, short of learning how to move Bitcoin to my node and using the lightning network as well, is my password is weak and I need to reset it. I chose a weak password while experimenting…

  • Take 2 on the Start9 installation attempt

    Take 2 on the Start9 installation attempt

    Yesterday didn’t go so well. I was able to get the .iso file and start the installation process on the machine but the entire thing stalled out. I ended up waiting about an hour before abandoning the installation for the day. You can read what happened blow by blow here. Today I downloaded the other…

  • Getting started on my Start9 server

    Getting started on my Start9 server

    Here’s what I did, step by step, today on my first attempt to install Start9. The instructions after that last step are not clear. Here’s what it says after inserting the USB drive into the PC where you intend to install. “Finally, continue to the Initial Setup, Manual Update, or Reset Password instructions – depending on your need.” None…

  • I’m going to try to build my own Start9 server

    I’m going to try to build my own Start9 server

    I like the idea of “sovereign” computing. The idea that I own my hardware, software, and data. Living that life is very difficult if you’re a normal person. Most people use Apple, Google, or Microsoft for everything that’s digital in their lives. They’re locked down to one company’s platform. I try to spread myself around…