A tech enthusiast successfully hosts a blog on a Nintendo Wii using the NetBSD operating system, highlighting the process of softmodding the console and installing necessary software. Despite the Wii's limited hardware capabilities, the author demonstrates that it can handle a static website, although performance issues arise when serving encrypted pages.
A blog is currently hosted on a Nintendo Wii using the NetBSD operating system, showcasing the viability of running general-purpose software on unconventional hardware. The author details the process of softmodding the Wii and installing NetBSD, alongside the challenges and limitations faced while serving a static website on this retro gaming console. Despite performance constraints, the project highlights the potential for using outdated hardware in modern applications.
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