Moe Long

Moe Long is an editor, writer, and tech buff with a particular appreciation for Linux, Raspberry Pis, and retro gaming. Writing online since 2013, Moe has bylines at MakeUseOf, TechBeacon, DZone, SmartHomeBeginner, DEV.to, DVD Netflix, and Electropages. You can read his writings on film and pop culture at Cup of Moe, check out his tech reviews, guides, and tutorials at Tech Up Your Life, and hear his thoughts on movies on the Celluloid Fiends podcast. Aside from writing and editing, Moe has an online course, the Beginner's Guide to Affiliate Blogging From Scratch. When he's not hammering away at his keyboard, he enjoys running, reading, watching cinema, listening to vinyl, and playing with his dog Sebastian

Electromaker Show Episode 28

Electromaker Show Episode 28

Catch up on this week's latest maker, tech, DIY, IoT, crowdfunding, and embedded news stories! Highlights include an ESP32-based retro game console that's being crowdfunded, the Brainfuino Arduino clone, PiBoy CM4 & SRX handheld retro gaming consoles leaked, and a powerful ARM SBC in the Inforce 6560.
How to Install Plex on the Raspberry Pi 4

How to Install Plex on the Raspberry Pi 4

Learn how to install Plex on the Raspberry Pi 4 for a low-power media server option that's perfect for Plex in-home streaming. Plus, take a look at Rasperry Pi Plex server performance, and find out why you should buila a Raspberry Pi Plex server NAS.
What are Adafruit NeoPixels and Should You Use Them?

What are Adafruit NeoPixels and Should You Use Them?

What exactly is Adafruit NeoPixels? These high-quality individually-addressable RGB LEDs are great for a variety of projects. From what NeoPixels are and which NeoPixel devices exist to what you can make with them, here's a primer on Adafruit NeoPixels LEDs!
How to Make a Raspberry Pi Torrent Box

How to Make a Raspberry Pi Torrent Box

The Raspberry Pi is a fantastic maker board with tons of potential. It's simple to get started with, and incredibly functional. Because of its low power consumption, the Raspberry Pi remains ideal for use as an always-on PC. As such, running a media or file server works well on a Pi. Similarly, the Raspberry Pi presents ideal hardware for a torrent box. Learn how to make a Raspberry Pi torrent box!
Your Child Wants an Arduino -- Where Do You Start?

Your Child Wants an Arduino -- Where Do You Start?

Children (and beginners) need the right foothold to get started with great tools, and the Arduino is no different. With many different versions of the board available over the years, it’s entirely possible that potential users have been put off.
How to Make a Raspberry Pi Python Web Server

How to Make a Raspberry Pi Python Web Server

Because of its small footprint, energy efficiency, and reasonable computing power, the Raspberry Pi makes an excellent server. You can spin up a media server using the likes of Plex, Emby, and OpenMediaVault, or a web server running WordPress, Drupal, Apache, or NGINX. Similarly, you can make a Python web server with a Raspberry Pi and Flask. Learn how to build a Raspberry Py Python web server!
Raspberry Pi OS, Imager Updates - Chromium version 84, PulseAudio, and More

Raspberry Pi OS, Imager Updates - Chromium version 84, PulseAudio, and More

The Raspberry Pi Foundation rolled out major updates to Raspberry Pi OS and the Raspberry Pi Imager in December, 2020. Check out the latest updates including printer support, Chromium version 84, PulseAudio, a more streamlined imager, and more!
How to Install Nginx on the Raspberry Pi: Raspberry Pi Nginx Web Server

How to Install Nginx on the Raspberry Pi: Raspberry Pi Nginx Web Server

Learn how to install NGINX on the Raspberry Pi for a DIY Raspberry Pi-powered NGINX web server!
Raspberry Pi Drupal Installation: Make  a Raspberry Pi Web Server With Drupal

Raspberry Pi Drupal Installation: Make a Raspberry Pi Web Server With Drupal

Learn how to install Drupal on the Raspberry Pi for a Raspberry Pi-powered Drupal web server!
How to Make a Raspberry Pi Apache Server: Apache Raspberry Pi Server Installation

How to Make a Raspberry Pi Apache Server: Apache Raspberry Pi Server Installation

The Raspberry Pi is a versatile single-board computer. Because of its small footprint and low power consumption, the Pi makes an ideal web server. You can run Nginx, WordPress, or Drupal on the Raspberry Pi. Similarly, you may create a Raspberry Pi Apache web server as well. Check out this Apache Raspberry Pi server installation!
How to Install WordPress on Raspberry Pi: Raspberry Pi WordPress Installation

How to Install WordPress on Raspberry Pi: Raspberry Pi WordPress Installation

Learn how to install WordPress on the Raspberry Pi 4! A DIY Raspberry Pi WordPress web server is easy to make and affordable.
Electromaker Show Episode 27

Electromaker Show Episode 27

Welcome to the Electromaker show, episode 27! This week saw the PD Micro Arduino-compatible board with programmable power delivery launch, a Wi-Fi mesh system that’s open-source and hackable debuted, an Odroid Blue Box for Home Assistant was revealed, plus a Raspberry Pi LoFi hip hop radio was built. Check out these maker, tech, DIY, IoT, crowdfunding, and embedded updates!
How to Make a Raspberry Pi Web Server With WordPress, Drupal, Apache, NGINX, and Python

How to Make a Raspberry Pi Web Server With WordPress, Drupal, Apache, NGINX, and Python

Learn how to make a web server with a Raspberry Pi running WordPress, Drupal, NGINX, Apache, and Python!
What is Grove System Arduino Seeed Studio

What is Grove System Arduino Seeed Studio

The Grove system for Arduino is an open-hardware ecosystem for beginners. It's easy-to-use with plug-and-play connector cables that eliminate soldering or complex wiring, Arduino IDE connectivity, and tons of modules or sensors for fast, easy prototyping. Learn all about what the Seeed Studio Grove system for Arduino is, what modules are available, how cables work, plus more!
Electromaker Show Episode 26

Electromaker Show Episode 26

Welcome to the Electromaker show, episode 26! This week saw an Arduino CLI update, the Banana Pi BPI-M5 SBC hit shelves, and a new maker board, the Hackboard 2, has been revealed. Check out these maker, tech, DIY, IoT, crowdfunding, and embedded updates!
Best Raspberry Pi 4 Cases - Top Raspberry Pi 4 Compatible Cases

Best Raspberry Pi 4 Cases - Top Raspberry Pi 4 Compatible Cases

The Raspberry Pi 4 is an excellent hardware refresh. Keep your Pi 4 safe and secure with the best Raspberry Pi 4 cases on the market!
LattePanda Alpha Specs and More

LattePanda Alpha Specs and More

The LattePanda Alpha is an x86 SBC that can run Windows 10 as well as full-fledged x86 Linux desktop distros like Ubuntu, Pop!_OS, and Debian. It's powered by an Intel Core M3-8100Y dual-core CPU and an Intel UHD 615 iGPU. Outfitted with M.2 connectors, an Arduino co-processor, and fantastic I/O, the LattePanda Alpha is a powerful single-board computer that boasts desktop-replacement capabilities and can serve several purposes, from digital signage and embedded devices to gaming, emulation, and HTPC use.
Best Raspberry Pi Alternatives

Best Raspberry Pi Alternatives

When selecting a Raspberry Pi alternative, think about what you plan to use your single board computer for. This ultimately determines which SBC is most appropriate for your needs with an exploration of the best alternatives for Raspberry Pi boards.