What Is a SEP IRA: The Self-Employed Retirement Account Explained
Alexa Velin
June 8, 2026
Root access to modern finance.
Root access to modern finance.
A certificate of deposit (CD) pays a guaranteed fixed rate for locking up your money. Learn how CDs work, current rates, types, penalties, and when to use one.
The Graph (GRT) is the indexing protocol powering most of DeFi. Learn how subgraphs, indexers, curators, and GRT tokenomics actually work.
Stellar (XLM) is the payments blockchain powering cross-border remittances, USDC, and the DTCC’s 2027 tokenized securities platform. Here’s how it works.
A spot Bitcoin ETF holds real BTC and trades on stock exchanges. Here’s how it works, what it costs, the top funds to know, and who should actually buy one.
Dollar cost averaging (DCA) in crypto means buying fixed amounts at regular intervals. Learn how it works, when it beats lump sum, and how to start today.
Learn how Ethereum staking works, the 4 methods to earn ETH rewards, current APY rates (3-5%), real risks, and IRS tax rules. No 32 ETH needed for most.
Install Node.js on Linux the right way — nvm, apt, or NodeSource. Step-by-step commands for Ubuntu, Debian, RHEL, and Arch. Pick the method that fits your workflow.
Learn how to install K3s on Linux in minutes — single-node and multi-node setup, kubectl access, and deploying your first workload on lightweight Kubernetes.
Learn how to set up Samba on Linux step by step — smb.conf, user setup, firewall rules, SELinux context, and connecting Windows and Linux clients.
Learn to use Btrfs on Linux — create subvolumes, take snapshots, enable zstd compression, and run scrubs. Practical commands for every Linux admin.
Learn how to configure AppArmor on Linux—check status, create custom profiles, switch between modes, and harden your system with real command examples.
Learn how to configure SELinux on Linux: check and switch modes, manage file contexts, troubleshoot denials, and use booleans to harden your servers.
Learn how to use the ps command in Linux with real-world examples. Master process monitoring, troubleshooting, and system administration with this essential tool.
I’ll never forget the first time I had to mount an external drive in production at 2 AM. The backup server was running out of space, and I needed to add a new disk fast. I fumbled through the mount command, second-guessing every flag, triple-checking the UUID before adding it
Learn how to install and configure Nginx web server on Linux. Step-by-step guide covering installation, server blocks, SSL setup, and security hardening.
Learn how to use netstat command in Linux to monitor network connections, check listening ports, and troubleshoot network issues. Includes modern alternatives.
Compare the best Linux package managers in 2026: apt, dnf, pacman, zypper, and Nix. I tested them all — here’s which one belongs on your system.
Learn how to use Docker Compose in Linux to manage multi-container apps with one YAML file. Covers install, compose.yaml syntax, key commands, and real examples.
Master iptables firewall in Linux with practical examples for SSH, HTTP security. Learn chains, tables, rules from a sysadmin who locked herself out twice.
Learn how to troubleshoot network issues in Linux with a systematic workflow. From DNS failures to packet loss, master the tools every admin needs.
Learn how to set up automatic backups in Linux using rsync, cron, and modern tools like Borg. Prevent data loss with this comprehensive automation guide.
Master the df command in Linux to monitor disk space, understand filesystem usage, troubleshoot storage issues, and prevent system failures with practical examples.
Learn how to use htop command in Linux with this complete guide. Master process monitoring, function keys, and troubleshooting with real-world examples.
I’m gonna tell you something that’ll piss off every technical analysis guru on YouTube: Fibonacci retracement is astrology for traders. It “works” because enough idiots believe in it that it becomes a self-fulfilling prophecy. There’s zero scientific evidence that markets give a shit about mathematical ratios discovered by some Italian
I tested 6 Linux distros for servers in 2026. Ubuntu, Debian, AlmaLinux, Rocky, Fedora, openSUSE—here is which one belongs on your production server.
Master the awk command in Linux with practical examples for log analysis, CSV processing, and data extraction. Learn field separators, pattern matching, and real-world use cases.
Learn how to use GPG in Linux to encrypt files, sign data, and manage keys. Complete command guide with real examples for sysadmins and beginners.
Learn how to use journalctl in Linux to troubleshoot problems and monitor services. Master filtering by time, service, and priority with real-world examples.
Learn SSH tunneling in Linux with real command examples. Master local, remote, and dynamic port forwarding to secure your connections like a pro.
Master the jq command in Linux for powerful JSON processing. Learn practical examples, filters, and real-world use cases for parsing APIs and logs.
Learn what a brokerage account is, how it works, and when you need one. Complete guide covering taxes, account types, and common mistakes beginners make with real examples.
Master the Linux xargs command with practical examples. Learn to build efficient pipelines, process files in parallel, and automate batch operations like a pro.
Learn what the FIRE movement is and how Financial Independence Retire Early works. Calculate your FIRE number, understand different FIRE types, and discover if retiring decades early is right for you.
Alright, before I give you this week’s penny stock watchlist, we need to have a real conversation. I know why you’re here – you’ve seen some 19-year-old on TikTok turn $500 into $50,000 trading penny stocks and now you want your piece. I get it. I was you once, except
Learn how to use Git on Linux from scratch. Install, configure, commit, branch, and push code. Practical sysadmin workflows with real command examples.
New to Linux? I’ve tested all the popular options so you don’t have to. Here are the best beginner Linux distros for 2026, ranked honestly — no fluff.
Jupiter (JUP) is Solana’s dominant DEX aggregator with $1T+ in volume and 95% market share. Here’s how it works, what JUP does, and if it’s worth your attention.
Injective (INJ) is a Layer 1 blockchain built from scratch for DeFi finance. Learn how its MEV-resistant order book, burn tokenomics, and RWA markets work.
What is Shiba Inu (SHIB)? Learn how this Ethereum meme coin evolved into a DeFi ecosystem with Shibarium L2, ShibaSwap DEX, and a deflationary burn model.
Zero knowledge proofs let you verify truth without revealing data. Here’s how ZK tech powers Ethereum L2 scaling, DeFi privacy, and the future of crypto in 2026.
Set up MetaMask wallet in minutes. Learn how to install it, secure your seed phrase, add custom networks, and avoid the scams that steal from 500 users daily.
What is Hedera HBAR crypto? Learn how hashgraph consensus, the Governing Council, and enterprise use cases make HBAR different from every other blockchain.
Hot wallet vs cold wallet explained: the key differences, real security risks, and which crypto storage strategy makes sense for your holdings.
Aptos is a Layer-1 blockchain built by ex-Meta engineers using the Move language. Learn how APT, Block-STM, and real-world asset adoption make it unique.
ZKsync is Ethereum’s leading ZK rollup: lower fees, instant finality, and native account abstraction. Here’s exactly how it works and whether you should use it.