Amanda Smith is a freelance journalist and writer. She reports on culture, society, human interest and technology. Her stories hold a mirror to society, reflecting both its malaise and its beauty.

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Can you really self-host a viable Google Photos alternative? I gave Immich a go on my NAS and I don't think I'll ever go back.

The self-hosting experiment that fell short ...

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Windows enthusiasts and users are often intrigued by PC cleanup, junk removal tools and utilities. What they typically do is help to "clean up" the system by removing temporary files and cache in ...

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Immich combines a simple UI with robust image management and backup features, all while running on my local server ...

In the 21st Century, the Information Age, the intersection of artificial intelligence and adult content has become an ethical, psychological, and technological minefield. For so many, AI generated ...

Lauren Dana Ellman is a New York-based writer and editor who specializes in travel, lifestyle, food, and shopping content.