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2.5 Admins is a podcast featuring two sysadmins called Allan Jude and Jim Salter, and a producer/editor who can just about configure a Samba share called Joe Ressington. Every week we get together, talk about recent tech news, and answer some of your admin-related questions.

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Latest Episodes

Microsoft claims that Windows 11 will work well with 8GB of RAM, some of the innovations coming to high end SSDs, the arguments for TP-Link Omada over Ubiquiti UniFi.

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Support us on patreon and get an ad-free RSS feed with some early episodes... more

In a world where photos can no longer be trusted, Jim argues that we should move to a default distrust model where images are signed at every stage of the process of creation. We get into some of the potential issues. Plus how to ensure continuity fo... more

Microsoft restored an account including files that it initially claimed wasn’t possible, Apple might lock down phones if people don’t keep up their lease payments, ZFS scrubs shouldn’t be painful, and accessing another network from a locked-down work... more

Google wants you to use a selfie video for account recovery, LG will stop apps turning their smart TVs into residential proxy nodes, we disagree about how serious OpenAI’s agent hacking Hugging Face is, FreeBSD removes the last bits of GPL software a... more

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Hosts

Joe Ressington
Producer/Editor and host, part of the Long-Time Linux/2.5 Admins network; guides questions and co-hosts discussions.
Jim Salter
Co-host and technical contributor with extensive sysadmin and storage expertise; provides depth on Linux, BSD, and enterprise tooling.
Allan Jude
Co-host and system administrator with BSD/ZFS expertise; offers practical, real-world admin guidance.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 356 ratings
  • Jim thinks Atari ST and Amigas are 8 bit?!

    Enjoyable shows and interesting themes, but Ep300 was unforgivable. Jim says Atari ST’s and Amigas are 8 bit?! As everyone knows…they are of course 16 bit. Everything I ever heard on this podcast is now in question. How can I ever move on from this?

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Joe Dredd 2000
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • Must Listen

    This is the best podcast hands down. These guys are my favorite. Please never change.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    stuartwesterman
    United Statesa year ago
  • Awesome Tech Information, Too Political

    These guys definitely know tech. I have enjoyed many of their podcasts. But I stopped listening when every episode had political commentary.

    There are plenty of podcasts where divisive politics is discussed. If these guys want to create a podcast to do that, awesome, have fun. But leave it out of tech discussions.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Pragmatic Tech Guy
    United Statesa year ago
  • Great listen

    Podcast Addict
    5
    mureithimaina
    2 years ago
  • Best Nerdy Tech Show

    The 3 (2.5) admin gentlemen are a joy to listen to. Great charisma between the hosts. A little bit of news kinda like the daily show but more knowledge base than that. If you wanna keep up to date with IT security news and get a good laugh, check them out. They even do some free consulting at the end. I look forward to each week’s show.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DetJohnKimble85
    United States2 years ago

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Some listeners note ads and pacing, but many enjoy the accessible, banter-rich format.
Listeners praise the deep technical chops and real-world experience of the hosts.
Fans appreciate the practical NAS, ZFS, and security tips, and the chemistry among the trio.

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#231
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#234
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#95
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#179
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#67
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#81
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Talking Points

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2.5 Admins 311: Couch Cushions
Q: What are the risks of relying on cloud storage for primary backups, as illustrated by the Microsoft OneDrive incident?
The hosts caution that cloud storage can become a single point of failure when the service governs access or encryption keys, potentially locking users out of their own data; they advocate for local backups and awareness of how cloud architectures can affect ownership and access.
2.5 Admins 304: Wiring a House
Q: What a home rack setup should look like and what to consider when selecting a rack or cabinet.
Use a proper four-post 19-inch relay rack, size 12U to 42U, with shelves and a stable mounting approach; avoid two-post racks, consider depth of devices, and plan for future growth with decent shelves to support weight and ease of maintenance.
2.5 Admins 304: Wiring a House
Q: Guidance on how many and where to place access points for reliable coverage.
Aim for an access point in most rooms, ideally one in every room if possible, with inexpensive APs providing better coverage than a few high-end units; avoid too few APs to prevent dead zones and ensure redundancy in case one AP fails.
2.5 Admins 304: Wiring a House
Q: Should you install Power over Ethernet everywhere or only where needed, and what to consider with PoE.
Go with PoE capability across all relevant runs if possible, since it adds convenience for IP cameras and other devices in the future; the primary constraint is having a PoE-capable switch and sufficient ports, not special cabling beyond standard Cat5e/Cat6.
2.5 Admins 304: Wiring a House
Q: Morgan's question about what cable categories to use for wiring the house, and how to future-proof without overspending.
The hosts recommend Cat6 as a sensible default, warn against over-investing in Cat7/Cat8 for typical homes, and suggest using flexible conduit (Smurf tubing) to allow future cable upgrades without tearing walls. They advocate planning for future speeds but balancing cost, with emphasis on practical upgrades like conduit and modular faceplates.

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A practical, tech-focused show hosted by three seasoned IT professionals who regularly riff on server administration, storage, and open-source tooling. Episodes mix deep dives into topics like ZFS, NAS tuning, backups, Windows vs. Linux tooling, and security with hands-on tips and real-world war stories. Lively banter, practical guidance for home and small-office setups, and occasional takes on industry trends make it useful for sysadmins, IT managers, and tech enthusiasts seeking actionable insights and relatable experiences. A standout aspect is the banter-driven format that blends practical administration advice with thoughtful commentary on ownership, privacy, and the evolving role of hardware in a service-centric world.

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