Jonathan T

Home Assistant, sensors, and automations that survive a power cut

Written by Jonathan T with AI editorial research and assistance.

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Limit DNS-over-HTTPS Bypasses Around Pi-hole

Route ordinary DNS through Pi-hole, limit DoT, configure managed browsers, and test exactly which DoH bypasses your network policy covers.

By Jonathan T · LAN Surf - Home Lab Resources Published 2026-08-27 · Last Edited 2026-10-21

Smart-home bulbs, sensors, and a camera arranged around a central hub.

Home Automation

Zigbee2MQTT with Home Assistant: Local Control Without a Vendor Hub

Set up Zigbee2MQTT with Home Assistant, a supported coordinator and MQTT; verify pairing and discovery while keeping unsupported devices on their existing bridge.

By Jonathan T · LAN Surf - Home Lab Resources Published 2026-08-08 · Last Edited 2026-10-20