Simon is a Computer Science BSc graduate who has been writing about technology since 2014, and using Windows machines since 3.1. After working for an indie game studio and acting as the family's go-to ...

A decade ago, I was learning Linux through building projects for my own needs. One of the projects was a DIY CCTV system based on a Linux box – specifically, a user-friendly all-in-one package for ...

These days, most of us are carrying a fairly impressive digital camera with us at all times. But as capable as the hardware and software of a modern smartphone may be, there’s still plenty of reasons ...

If there's one thing that homeowners should consider, it's security cameras. They're great not only for deterring would-be robbers from breaking into your home but also for checking in on your pets ...

Many years ago, I worked with my daughter on her science fair project built around a modified CMUcam that was originally developed at Carnegie Mellon University. She modified the code so that it ...