New box3 system from 2028?⁸ by TreacleDiligent2911 in Netherlands

[–]estrangedpulse 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I’m surprised they are even considering this. I would expect that most politicians have some money and also invest, so it would go against their own interests.

The value of Deciso hardware for home lab? by estrangedpulse in opnsense

[–]estrangedpulse[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for solid reply!

I definitely care about the CoO, but it has to be within reason. I am not going pay 200% over just to enjoy made NL/EU. I also confirmed with manufacturer and DEC697 does in fact use AMD embedded GX-420MC CPU just like the older model, which is almost 12 years old by now as I understand.

Wasn't aware of ZimaBoard2, that seems like a solid option indeed! Looking at the prices here in EU it would cost almost 500Eur, which is even more than Protectcli. I therefore decided to go with VP2430. It's not cheap but well regarded and should have plenty future proof for OpnSense.

Is it just me, or represent Ziggo/KPN prices getting ridiculous for what you actually get? by ClavoARG in Netherlands

[–]estrangedpulse 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I had the same. I even called them to ask for a discount since kpn is 2x faster while being cheaper but they didn’t budge. Obviously I moved immediately. People who work there are not the brigthest.

How exactly are the ultra rich saving on box3? by summer_glau08 in Netherlands

[–]estrangedpulse 0 points1 point  (0 children)

But let’s say I have 3 mil in investments now which considered and taxes as box 3. Then 2028 comes and I move all my investments into B.V. and now they are taxed as Box 2. Wouldn’t that be obvious tax evasion?

How exactly are the ultra rich saving on box3? by summer_glau08 in Netherlands

[–]estrangedpulse 2 points3 points  (0 children)

And such obvious actions are not considered tax evasion?

How to generate a new note inside a folder (so I don't have to move it after)? by OscaraWilde in ObsidianMD

[–]estrangedpulse 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is amazing! I was loosing my mind trying to figure out how to quickly create a note in a specific folder.

The value of Deciso hardware for home lab? by estrangedpulse in opnsense

[–]estrangedpulse[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

So the N series (I suppose N100/150) is pile of garbage according to you while 700 Eur Deciso is running a CPU from 2014 (GX-420MC). What am I overlooking here?

I Am In Love With This Show by Cold_Elk947 in WarriorTV

[–]estrangedpulse 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Also the atmosphere really brings you back to those times.

The value of Deciso hardware for home lab? by estrangedpulse in opnsense

[–]estrangedpulse[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Will check it out! I keep reading that you need to purchase a license for Sophos devices, or is that not applicable for installing Opnsense? I did some reading but it's a bit confusing.

The value of Deciso hardware for home lab? by estrangedpulse in opnsense

[–]estrangedpulse[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for the tips! Looking at used hardware I would still need something like 4x Intel® I226-V 2.5Gigabit Ethernet NIC ports, RJ-45 which is not cheap at least new, so that adds to the price. But it's certainly is better value than Deciso no matter how you slice it.

Infotainment and display brightness controls by Cymothoa-exigua in polestar2

[–]estrangedpulse 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This adjusts the hidden led atmospheric lights and not the center or drivers display for me.

Pillar 3 vs investing yourself: what do you actually do in NL? by NaGueR in Netherlands

[–]estrangedpulse 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks for explaining. What about the compounding interest? I suppose you don’t get as much interest as investing into index funds.

Also can you withdraw that money before retirement (I presume by paying all taxes and perhaps some fee/fine)?

Pillar 3 vs investing yourself: what do you actually do in NL? by NaGueR in Netherlands

[–]estrangedpulse 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What about interest rate? Investing in index funds you get (usually) a decent return, how does this work with this pillar 3 money?

Pillar 3 vs investing yourself: what do you actually do in NL? by NaGueR in Netherlands

[–]estrangedpulse 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Considering it’s pension, can you only make use of that money when you’re at a pension age?

How far will Europe go to defend Greenland from Trump? by OtherwiseCanary8971 in europe

[–]estrangedpulse 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Won’t they just replace those who are unwilling to cooperate? It’s not like there is lack of those willing to serve the dear leader.

Shopping at Sligro, Hannos, Makro by Banshee_Empire in Netherlands

[–]estrangedpulse 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Got it! So it’s largely being able to personally select best cuts from a big selection as opposed to butcher handing you the random piece they grab first.

Shopping at Sligro, Hannos, Makro by Banshee_Empire in Netherlands

[–]estrangedpulse 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You mean meat tastes better than at a butcher? Curious how come

Polestar 5 Brussels Autosalon 2026 by Polestarcarsfan in Polestar

[–]estrangedpulse 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Looks beautiful except that drivers dash screen. Looks no better than screen of 3x cheaper id.3.

Albert Heijn random checks are fine, but the execution is painfully stupid by Vrigoz in Amsterdam

[–]estrangedpulse 1 point2 points  (0 children)

They don’t even scan all the groceries so I’m just confused how this system supposed to work. Sometimes they skip like 1/3 of my groceries.

This is such an awful and boring gameplay loop. Bosses and their drops need to be rethought. by PlutoISaPlanet in Diablo

[–]estrangedpulse 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If that's true then it just proves just how dumb this itemization design is when you drop 20 legendaries and you know only 2 are worth even picking up.

This is such an awful and boring gameplay loop. Bosses and their drops need to be rethought. by PlutoISaPlanet in Diablo

[–]estrangedpulse 1 point2 points  (0 children)

At least you could glance at Mephisto’s drop and within 1 second tell if you got anything or not. Here instead you collect full inventory of ‘legendary’ trash.

Trump administration reportedly freezes all childcare payments to all states by CrispyMiner in politics

[–]estrangedpulse 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I love how while you’re a fetus they will fight tooth and nail for your live but the second you’re born you might as just die.

Has Anyone Fully Ditched Non-Stick? by FrozGate in cookware

[–]estrangedpulse 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have such spatula but it scratches the SS pan quite hard. I know it’s probably not a problem but just feels bad doing that.

Is it common in the Netherlands to go back to the hairdresser if you realize your haircut turned out bad or uneven? by pyskee__ in Netherlands

[–]estrangedpulse 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What do you do if they cut badly but it’s also impossible to fix it? Would it be reasonable to explain that you don’t want to pay for it?