Ravenholme Technologies Inc.

Ravenholme Technologies Inc.

@ravenholme.com

Calgary's IT partner fighting planned obsolescence. We offer sustainable tech solutions, custom PCs, and support for businesses, creators & home users who value #RightToRepair & data sovereignty. Chat with us today on Discord: http://discord.gg/jwBYr8ymxb

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What's the truth about proposed AI Data Centres in Alberta? "A new map of data centres in Alberta shows proposed AI facilities demanding more than 100 times the electricity used by existing ones in the province, a spike that comes with significant emissions impact." 1/2

theenergymix.comAlberta Woman Maps Out the Facts About Power-Hungry Data CentresA new map of data centres in Alberta shows proposed AI facilities demanding more than 100 times the electricity used by existing ones in the province, a spike that comes with significant emissions imp...

Are you a loyal @bitwarden.bsky.social user? We were too, but recent unannounced corporate changes—including new private equity leadership and removing "Transparency" from their core values—are a fundamental breach of trust and a complete deal-breaker for us. 🚩(1/3)

itsfoss.comThings Are Quietly Changing at Bitwarden, and People Are WorriedThe password manager swapped its CEO, rewrote its core values, and briefly pulled "Always Free" from its pricing page.
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Thanks to the Untitled Linux Show over at @twit.tv for alerting us to this. We HIGHLY recommend their show, along with all the other TWiT shows, to help you keep in the loop with tech. (Our other favorites: Security Now, Windows Weekly, Intelligent Machines, & of course, This Week In Tech) twit.tv

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AI is making cyber risk faster and stranger. Phishing looks cleaner, scams scale better, and security teams have less time to separate noise from real danger. The hype version is easy. The consequences are the part worth watching. #TWiT #TechNews

Are you a loyal @bitwarden.bsky.social user? We were too, but recent unannounced corporate changes—including new private equity leadership and removing "Transparency" from their core values—are a fundamental breach of trust and a complete deal-breaker for us. 🚩(1/3)

itsfoss.comThings Are Quietly Changing at Bitwarden, and People Are WorriedThe password manager swapped its CEO, rewrote its core values, and briefly pulled "Always Free" from its pricing page.

In infosec, stealth corporate drift is a security vulnerability. Starting today, we are cutting ties and shifting our official recommendation to @proton.me’s Proton Pass. 🔒 Non-profit backed 📖 100% Open-source & E2EE 🇨🇭 Outside Five Eyes alliance (2/3)

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Doesn't it feel like we should be DOING THIS? EVERYWHERE

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ATTN: Canada & PM @mark-carney.bsky.social Prosperous solutions to #ClimateChange exist and #Canada has everything we need to WIN the #EnergyTransition The alternative is no alternative at all. #cdnpoli #MarkCarney #EnergyTransition

OK, real talk on Linux gaming. Yes, almost your entire Steam library will run flawlessly, especially on a gaming-focused distro. But... we have to talk about the elephant in the room. That big, kernel-level anti-cheat one. Yeah, Call of Duty. It doesn't work. (1/2) #LinuxGaming #Linux #PCGaming

But let's be honest. Does CoD do anything but raise your blood pressure & make you a worse human being? Is the world really worse off without those hollow shells of their ancestral titles? Look in your heart. You know the answer. It's time to let it go. #CallOfDuty #CoD #HotTake #Gaming

What a week. First the massive AWS outage, now Azure's global DNS and configuration failures. It’s been a painful, global-scale lesson in a basic truth: The cloud is just someone else's computer. And you're not in the room when they push a bad config. (1/2) #AWSOutage #AzureOutage #CloudDown

This is why on-premises hardware isn't "old tech." When the cloud goes dark, your local file server and on-prem apps are still running. You have actual control. Don't be 100% reliant. Be resilient. A smart hybrid strategy is the only way. #OnPrem #HybridIT #Resilience #ITSupport #MSP

Content creators! 🎬 Streaming/YouTube? Tired of tech gremlins like laggy home networks, slow renders, or storage scares? As your personal IT dept, we design solutions so you create. 🧵👇 (1/3) #ContentCreator #StreamerSupport #TechHelp #YYC #ITforCreators

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Content creators! 🎬 Streaming/YouTube? Tired of tech gremlins like laggy home networks, slow renders, or storage scares? As your personal IT dept, we design solutions so you create. 🧵👇 (1/3) #ContentCreator #StreamerSupport #TechHelp #YYC #ITforCreators

Imagine: custom rigs for your content, an optimized internal network that doesn't quit mid-stream, & knowing your footage is safe. We do workflow consults, hardware troubleshooting, & offer dedicated support packages - remote Canada-wide or local Calgary onsite. #CustomPC #DataBackup #NetworkSetup

That's not all. We're expanding! We're launching our own RMM (Remote Maintenance & Monitoring) tool soon. It'll proactively protect you from failures before they happen. And we're making it incredibly affordable; literally just pocket change. Stay tuned. #ITSupport #MSP #RMM #Cybersecurity

OWASP? CIA Triad? SIEM? If cybersecurity sounds like a foreign language, you're not alone. For small businesses, this jargon can be a huge barrier to getting proper protection. But the threats they describe are real. Let's translate. 🗣️ 🧵👇 #Cybersecurity #SmallBusiness #TechTips

Quick translation: - CIA Triad: Not spies! It's Confidentiality (secrets), Integrity (accurate data), & Availability (access). The ABCs of data safety. - OWASP Top 10: A "most wanted" list of security flaws for websites. - SIEM: A central dashboard that watches all your other tech for trouble.

You don't need to be the expert. That's our job. As your Calgary-based IT partner, we translate the jargon into action to keep your business safe. Need a security check-up or have questions? Send us a DM! We're here to help. #YYC #TechSupport #ITSecurity

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The bottom line: with Linux, you get more freedom, better security, & longer hardware life—the core of our sustainable IT philosophy. Ready to make the switch? As your Calgary-based guides, we can help. DM us! #OpenSource #TechSupport #YYC

The "why" is simple: A single plugin repository is a massive target for hackers and a single point of control. We've seen the risks. fair.pm aims to build a decentralized, community-governed system that's more secure and fair for both developers and the users who rely on their code.

This is the future. A more secure and transparent ecosystem is a win for everyone. As advocates for sustainable IT and open-source principles, we love this initiative. We'll be watching its progress closely! Learn more here: www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/technol... #LinuxFoundation #ITSupport #YYC

bleepingcomputer.comLinux Foundation unveils decentralized WordPress plugin managerA collective of former WordPress developers and contributors backed by the Linux Foundation has launched the FAIR Package Manager, a new and independent distribution system for trusted WordPress plugi...

Major Breach Alert: McLean Mortgage hit by BlackBasta ransomware. 30,453 people affected. Highly sensitive data stolen: SSNs, driver's licenses, financial account info. Incident occurred Oct '24, full scope revealed May '25, notifications June '25. #CyberSecurity #DataBreach #PrivacyAlert #InfoSec

Tired of tech that's designed to fail? 😠 That's planned obsolescence that creates mountains of e-waste while draining your wallet. We believe IT can be a force for public good, and our mission is to fight that cycle, one repair and build at a time. 🛠️ 🧵👇 #RightToRepair #GreenIT #SustainableTech #YYC

For us, "public good" means empowering you. We prioritize honest advice, teach you how to extend your tech's life, and use quality parts that last. It's not just about reducing waste; it's about respecting you as a client and a community member. Your tech should be an investment, not a subscription.

Content creators! 🎬 Streaming/YouTube? Tired of tech gremlins like laggy home networks, slow renders, or storage scares? As your personal IT dept, we design solutions so you create. 🧵👇 #ContentCreator #StreamerSupport #TechHelp #YYC #ITforCreators

Imagine: custom rigs for your content, an optimized internal network that doesn't quit mid-stream, & knowing your footage is safe. We do workflow consults, hardware troubleshooting, & offer dedicated support packages - remote or local Calgary onsite. #CustomPC #DataBackup #NetworkSetup

Let's talk "Green IT." Feels like a contradiction, doesn't it? But what if the most eco-friendly choice for your business IT also gave you more control and lower long-term costs? It's more possible than you think. 🧵👇 #GreenIT #SustainableTech #OnPremises #SmallBizIT #EWaste #YYC

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This is where on-premises solutions can be the greener choice. By investing in your own server, you control the hardware lifecycle. You can choose to repair, upgrade components, and extend the life of your equipment for 5, 7, or even 10 years, drastically reducing your e-waste footprint.

Plus, you gain full control over your power consumption. The result? Greener IT, true data sovereignty, and better long-term value. It's a powerful combination for any Canadian business. Curious if this strategy fits your business? Send us an email, DM for our number, or join our Discord to chat!

Let's talk "Green IT." Feels like a contradiction, doesn't it? But what if the most eco-friendly choice for your business IT also gave you more control and lower long-term costs? It's more possible than you think. 🧵👇 #GreenIT #SustainableTech #OnPremises #SmallBizIT #EWaste #YYC

The common wisdom is that large-scale cloud data centres are the most efficient choice. But that's not the whole story. Constant hardware upgrade cycles at these massive facilities contribute significantly to global e-waste. Your subscription fee often helps fund a "rip and replace" model.

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Marine heat wave confirmed cause of death for 4 million birds (Common Murres) in 2016. Half of Alaska’s Common Murre population at the time. Largest documented animal die-off in modern history. As little as 2C temp increase drastically their altered food chain. 🧪🌎🦉 www.science.org/content/arti...

science.org‘Blob’ heat wave killed millions of seabirds—and they haven’t bounced backHistoric 2016 event may have permanently altered northern Pacific ecosystem