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Category: home lab

CasaOS: Best Home Server Operating System
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CasaOS: Best Home Server Operating System

When setting up a home server and wanting to run a few critical services at home built on top of Docker, many may get intimidated by the technical requirements to…

by Brandon LeeAugust 31, 2023August 16, 2024
Home Server Rack Lighting: Add RGB Bling!
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Home Server Rack Lighting: Add RGB Bling!

One of the fun and cool things you can do with a home server rack is add lighting. Home server rack lighting can serve two purposes. They can be functional…

by Brandon LeeAugust 23, 2023August 16, 2024
Technitium DNS Server in Docker: Is this the Best Home Server DNS?
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Technitium DNS Server in Docker: Is this the Best Home Server DNS?

When many enthusiasts or home labbers start to look at services they want to run at home after purchasing some server gear, DNS server is one of the first services…

by Brandon LeeAugust 17, 2023March 26, 2024
What is a HomeLab and Why Build One?
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What is a HomeLab and Why Build One?

A home lab, or simply “lab,” is a personal space where technology enthusiasts, professionals, and hobbyists can experiment with various hardware and software. From virtual machines to your own server,…

by Brandon LeeAugust 11, 2023August 12, 2023
Top Home Server Rack Tips in 2023
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Top Home Server Rack Tips in 2023

A home server rack is essential to your home lab as it grows and you add new equipment. Let’s look at the top home server rack tips in 2023 and…

by Brandon LeeAugust 3, 2023August 16, 2024
Docker Swarm vs Kubernetes: Home Lab Comparison
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Docker Swarm vs Kubernetes: Home Lab Comparison

For those wanting to get starting running containers in their home lab environments, many options are available, including Docker Desktop, Rancher Desktop, and Minikube, among others. Yet, for enthusiasts looking…

by Brandon LeeAugust 1, 2023August 16, 2024
Virtual machine vs container: Which is best for home lab?
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Virtual machine vs container: Which is best for home lab?

No doubt, if you have worked with technology for any time, you have heard the terms “virtual machines” and “containers” more than once. Both virtual machines and containers are core…

by Brandon LeeJuly 27, 2023August 14, 2024
K3s vs K8s: The Best Kubernetes Home Lab Distribution
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K3s vs K8s: The Best Kubernetes Home Lab Distribution

You may have seen Kubernetes distros referred to as K3s and K8s. These are actually different. They are both certified Kubernetes distributions. One is the original “stock” Kubernetes version and…

by Brandon LeeJuly 20, 2023August 15, 2024
Top 5 Home Lab Storage Solutions in 2023
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Top 5 Home Lab Storage Solutions in 2023

For many, starting with locally attached storage is a good way to add storage to your server. However, as your home lab grows, there other solutions that can be used.…

by Brandon LeeJuly 11, 2023August 15, 2024
Nmap Ping Sweep: Home Lab Network Ping Scan
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Nmap Ping Sweep: Home Lab Network Ping Scan

Legacy discovery software available

by Brandon LeeJuly 6, 2023August 15, 2024

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