When the web goes dark, how do we keep talking? A look at LoRa radios, mesh networks, and the growing movement to build communication that can survive without the Internet.

Practical steps for Kirksville residents to make old laptops run faster without spending a fortune. Local advice from Switchboard Tech Services.

A complete guide for Kirksville residents and techs on diagnosing and fixing Wi-Fi dead zones, understanding local network infrastructure, and improving home and neighborhood connectivity.

A practical guide from Switchboard Tech Services in Kirksville on keeping your files safe with offline backups – no cloud accounts, no subscriptions, no nonsense.

A practical guide from Switchboard Tech Services in Kirksville on replacing expensive software with free, open-source tools for Windows and Linux users.

A short, practical checklist from Switchboard Tech Services in Kirksville on how to prepare your computer for repair safely and efficiently.

Back in 2020 I argued that archived links were the only reliable way to reference the web. Five years later, it’s even more true.

After years of building complex dynamic sites, I have come home to the simplicity and power of plain HTML. Here is why that matters for Kirksville businesses.

When money’s tight, free software like Linux keeps Kirksville running. How open-source tools save cash, extend hardware life, and build real tech skills in our community.

Linux already powers most of the world — and now it can power Kirksville. Here’s how open-source systems can make your computers faster, safer, and built to last.