Gigabyte Grove ~ Self Sufficient Homestead

How to setup an ad-free experience using AdGuardHome

In 2025, internet-connected devices have become an integral part of daily life, but they also come with significant risks. Many websites and services continuously collect data about users, tracking browsing habits, and even monetizing personal information. This pervasive surveillance can lead to targeted advertising, potential security threats, and the erosion of online privacy. To combat […]

Starlink Review: Our Experience in Valdosta, GA

After Hurricane Helene tore through our community in Valdosta, GA in September of 2024, it left behind a wake of devastation, including a complete disruption of traditional internet services. All major providers were either entirely offline or scrambling to rebuild their wireline infrastructure. While we fully understood the necessity of restoring services in high-priority areas, […]

Setting Up a NOAA APT Receiver on Raspberry Pi 4

This guide will help you set up a NOAA Automatic Picture Transmission (APT) receiver using a Raspberry Pi 4, including optional Power over Ethernet (PoE) HAT integration and the use of a SAWbird+ NOAA filter for optimal performance. Due to recent advancements in the script, you can use a desktop computer you have laying around, but for our example we are just going to use a Raspberry Pi 4 – 8GB Model.

KrakenRF Discovery: A Deep Dive into Advanced RF Signal Hunting

At Gigabyte Grove, we’re always on the lookout for cutting-edge tech that blends hobbyist enthusiasm with real-world practicality. One piece of gear that’s been making waves in the RF detection space is the KrakenRF Discovery System. This open-source, software-defined radio (SDR) direction-finding system is built for signal hunting, interference detection, and security applications.

The Perils of Privatizing the National Weather Service

Gigabyte Grove is not aligned with any political party. Our mission is to provide factual, science-based information to help people prepare for and respond to real-world challenges. This post is not political — it’s about public safety and ensuring that weather information remains accessible to everyone. Weather affects every aspect of our lives, from daily […]

Setting Up an ADS-B Receiver with a Raspberry Pi Zero and RTL-SDR

This guide will walk you through setting up an ADS-B receiver using a Raspberry Pi Zero and an RTL-SDR dongle to track aircraft in real time. We will use dump1090 to decode ADS-B signals and optionally feed data to services like FlightAware, ADS-B Exchange, and OpenSky Network.