From the Trail

May 2, 2026  ·  14 min read  ·  Zac Mazza, CISSP

Claude shows up in a lot of places: web chat, desktop, mobile, terminal, IDE. This post walks each surface and concept so you can stop where it helps.

May 2, 2026  ·  11 min read  ·  Zac Mazza, CISSP

When you type a URL and press Enter, a global system finds the right server. Here is how DNS works in plain language, with real terminal examples to try.

May 1, 2026  ·  9 min read  ·  Zac Mazza, CISSP

Buying a domain looks simple until you see ten prices for the same name. Here is what a registrar does, what your money pays for, and how to pick a good one.

Apr 30, 2026  ·  8 min read  ·  Zac Mazza, CISSP

Agentic AI is the difference between an AI that talks and one that does. Here are four ways to put it to work, plus the trick that makes everything better.

Apr 23, 2026  ·  7 min read  ·  Zac Mazza, CISSP

A friendly introduction to Claude, the AI assistant from Anthropic. Learn what it is, how to use it, and how to get real value from it without the jargon.

Apr 5, 2026  ·  2 min read  ·  Zac Mazza, CISSP

Our first class series walks you through building and launching your own website with WordPress, step by step. No experience needed, just bring a laptop.

Apr 3, 2026  ·  4 min read  ·  Zac Mazza, CISSP

Whether you want to build a career in tech or just get more comfortable with your own computer, these free resources will help you get started.

Apr 1, 2026  ·  3 min read  ·  Zac Mazza, CISSP

GSM.elevate() is a free, open community for learning IT in East Tennessee. No logins, no memberships, no catch. Here's what it looks like.

Mar 31, 2026  ·  1 min read  ·  Zac Mazza, CISSP

We're launching GSM.elevate(), a free, community-driven IT and cybersecurity education program in East Tennessee. Here's what we're building and why.