/ Luke Esterhuizen - Computer Science Student portfolio showcasing projects, systems work, and technical skills. Zola en Fri, 01 May 2026 00:00:00 +0000 Fri, 01 May 2026 00:00:00 +0000 Unknown /blog/alpine-linux-phone/ /blog/alpine-linux-phone/ <h2 id="unlocking-the-bootloader">Unlocking the Bootloader</h2> <p>This transforms the device into a highly capable and resource-efficient Linux machine. By flashing a custom recovery, we can completely replace the host OS.</p> Fri, 01 May 2026 00:00:00 +0000 Unknown /blog/self-hosting-phone/ /blog/self-hosting-phone/ <h2 id="the-setup-process">The Setup Process</h2> <p>This involves setting up the right environment, managing battery usage, and configuring networking to access services remotely. Using an old phone rather than a Raspberry Pi saves e-waste and utilizes the built-in UPS (the battery).</p>