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I’ve never been particularly interested in social media, but the concept of the ActivityPub network protocol has caught my attention. With platforms like Threads planning to support federation, I think it’s the perfect time to explore the Fediverse more deeply.

My plan is to set up a Mastodon server for myself and my family on a domain I already own. This server will allow us to connect with other federated services across the Fediverse. It’s exciting to see that even platforms like Bluesky are considering federation, broadening the possibilities for interconnected communities.

This will be a fun project, combining my interests in technology and decentralized communication. While I haven’t started the setup yet, I’m excited to dive in, learn, and share my experience as I go.

Stay tuned for updates! Once I’ve completed the setup, I’ll document the entire process and share the steps for anyone else interested in creating their own space in the Fediverse.

We all love the Fediverse, don’t we?

Successfully acquired my Raspberry Pi 5! This marks my first experience using the Pi 5 as my primary computer. I invested in a reliable power supply and secured a high-quality SD card to ensure optimal performance.

After installing the latest Raspbian OS, I was pleasantly surprised by the speed on the Pi 5. It’s worth noting that I wouldn’t recommend installing it on a Pi 4, as it seemed to slow down the system – possibly an oversight in testing.

Overall, my experience with the Pi 5 has been positive, except for the sound aspect. Now, it necessitates a USB sound card unless you’re connecting it to a TV/monitor with built-in speakers, which mine unfortunately lacked.

While the Pi 5 isn’t as budget-friendly as its predecessors, the value it provides is substantial. I opted for the 8 GB variant, complete with a case and accessories, and the total cost came to almost £120. Despite the price, the overall package still represents great value.