Best Lightweight Linux Distros for Home Server
Linux is one of the best choices for self-hosting applications. It is generally very fast, lightweight, and lacks the bloat of other operating systems like Windows Server OS when it…
Home Lab Networking 101: VLANs, Subnets, and Segmentation for Beginners
There is no question that one of THE most important parts of your home lab is the networking component. Home labs are like real production environments. If the network is…
How to Run Docker on Proxmox the Right Way (and Avoid Common Mistakes)
With most running Proxmox or leaning towards running Proxmox in the home lab for the foreseeable future, running Docker containers on top of a Proxmox environment is a given. Proxmox…
Ultimate Home Lab Backup Strategy (2025 Edition)
Backups are never the “fun” part of a home lab and honestly it may be one of the last things you think about. I know for me the most exciting…
The 5 Home Lab Upgrades that Changed Everything for Me
When I say that my home lab has changed over the years, that is definitely an understatement. It has gone through several iterations of build outs. Most of the upgrades…
