The cable that made me think I was losing my mind

Some days the universe hands you a problem so small and stupid that, for a split second, you wonder if you’re actually losing it. That was me this week, trying to load Debian 13 onto a Raspberry Pi. I had all the right parts and tools Everything should have worked. Fresh image. Clean SD card. … Read more

Stem taught early in Alberta

cartoon of frosty stem club

Is STEM taught in Alberta elementary schools? Short answer: Yes — and more than most people realize. Alberta’s K–6 curriculum does include science, tech, and practical skills Alberta Education’s renewed K–6 curriculum includes dedicated strands for Science, Mathematics, and Practical Skills (which covers early tech literacy).This means STEM isn’t just an optional add‑on — it’s … Read more

The family Tech hub

Building a Homework Center, Media Station, and Family PC on a Budget A Frosty’s Place Guide to Saving Money, Reviving Old Tech, and Taking Back Control Tech Doesn’t Have to Be Expensive Let’s cut through the noise. Families today are told they need brand‑new laptops, tablets, subscriptions, and accessories just to keep up with school … Read more

Installing a Raspberry PI OS

a cute cartoon of frosty standing next to a raspberry pi

❄️ Why a Raspberry Pi? A Beginner’s Journey Into Endless Possibilities For years I tinkered with computers, hardware, and random tech projects — but somehow I never touched a Raspberry Pi. It just wasn’t on my radar. Then one day I picked one up for fun, thinking I’d try a simple project just for giggles. … Read more