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home lab
Top Home Server Rack Tips in 2023
Home labs have exploded in popularity as enthusiasts and IT professionals who also like to tinker take their day job into their passion at home with a home lab. Other than choosing a server and networking gear to cable everything…
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Containers
Kubectl get context: List Kubernetes cluster connections
kubectl, a command line tool, facilitates direct interaction with the Kubernetes API server. Its versatility spans various operations, from procuring cluster data with kubectl get context to manipulating resources using an assortment of kubectl commands. Table of contentsComprehending Fundamental Kubectl…
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home lab
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 to venture into building out systems resembling production environments, Docker…
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DevOps
Terraform Import Existing Resource: Ultimate Guide
Infrastructure as code (IaC) has become a standard for managing complex IT infrastructures. Terraform, a key player in the IaC sphere, is quite familiar to DevOps engineers and developers alike. One of the essential commands within the Terraform toolset is…
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VMware
vSphere cluster Shared Storage Configuration with StarWind SAN and NAS
A vSphere Cluster is a fundamental building block in a VMware environment allowing organizations to configure powerful virtualized environments for running virtual machines and containers. A properly configured vSphere cluster, incorporating multiple ESXi hosts, ensures service continuity and performance for…
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home lab
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 technologies in today’s ever-advanced technology world. However, many running home…
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Security
WG-Easy: Wireguard Config Generator VPN Server in Docker
WireGuard has made a significant impact since its initial release in 2016, providing a modern VPN that is not just secure but straightforward to set up. It is widely deployed and works for home networks and supercomputers alike, but the…
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Automation
PowerShell Get Registry Value
The Windows Registry and registry editor have long been tools Windows admins have used to resolve issues, apply settings, etc. However, PowerShell makes automating registry changes or programmatically getting registry keys and their values very easy. PowerShell can interact with…
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Kubernetes
k0s vs k3s – Battle of the Tiny Kubernetes distros
Kubernetes has redefined the management of containerized applications. The rich ecosystem of Kubernetes distributions testifies to its widespread adoption and versatility. Today, we compare k0s vs k3s, two unique Kubernetes distributions designed to seamlessly run Kubernetes across varied infrastructures, from…
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Automation
Enter-PSsession: Run PowerShell Remote Commands
Windows PowerShell has switched up the Windows Server game. Think of PowerShell remoting like a remote control, reaching out to run commands on a distant computer. At the center of this sits Enter-PSSession, a key player that sets up a…
