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My GMKTEC M7 Pro mini pc consistently shows an empty network folder. Occasionally on a boot it will populate but then contents disappear. Internet access is OK, occasionally takes two or three tries to connect to a site. I recently set up a NAS on a Beelink Me Mini running Truenas Community...

Windows still ships with a legacy backup utility tucked inside Control Panel — Backup and Restore (Windows 7) — and while it's not glamorous, it can still do meaningful work: granular folder backups, scheduled runs, and full system images for bare‑metal recovery, provided you understand its...

The debate over Windows vs. Linux for your homelab is tired but relevant: for most home lab builders, Linux is the pragmatic default, while Windows remains valuable for specific, compatibility-driven roles. This article synthesizes the common arguments, verifies the major technical claims...

The short answer is: for most home labs, Linux is the better base, but the full story is more nuanced — Windows still earns a place when you need specific application compatibility, native GPU use for desktop tasks, or a familiar GUI for mixed-use machines. The advice in the popular How‑To Geek...

In a year marked by shifting priorities in data privacy and an ever-increasing hunger for seamless, self-managed digital storage, the arrival of the Synology DiskStation DS925+ could not be better timed. This new iteration of Synology's celebrated NAS family claims to blend robust power...

Using since 1986 3.1 onwards and Linux etc, etc. Built them, multi-boot them, server and NAS'd them, fixed them, broke them, smashed them, cursed Microsoft. But.....................................never given up, still learning. Looking forward to getting answers.

Venturing into the world of home labs unveils an alluring promise: total control, relentless experimentation, and the satisfaction of running every pivotal service yourself. As enthusiasts rush to consolidate tasks onto fewer machines—especially with power costs rising and hardware prices...

When it comes to configuring network-attached storage (NAS) for home or small business use, the debate between Server Message Block (SMB) and Network File System (NFS) as file-sharing protocols often becomes a focal point. But what’s sometimes overlooked is the practical reality that using...

When examining the evolution of home server solutions for consumers, a fascinating transition emerges between Microsoft's once-hyped Windows Home Server (WHS) and the modern lineup of network-attached storage (NAS) devices typified by brands like Synology. The comparison is more than...

If your smart home budget is falling victim to subscription creep, you’re not alone. Each month, another little chunk peels off your hard-earned savings to pay for cloud storage, ad-blockers, media streaming, finance apps, or that “premium” password manager you only seem to use begrudgingly. But...

Move over, vanilla search: there’s a new way to dig into your data, and it could just change how you interact with everything you ever uploaded to your trusty NAS. No, really — it’s got AI, acronyms, and a healthy dose of self-confidence. QNAP, perennial NAS innovator and provider of...

Creative collaboration in the digital age demands rapid access to assets, seamless version control, and robust security—all while accommodating a diverse mix of operating systems and tools. For creative professionals working in environments ranging from graphic design studios to video production...

Qnap’s latest TS-h1277AFX reimagines all-Flash desktop storage with a mix of refined hardware engineering and robust software features. Designed for high-demand environments such as Windows Server 2022–backed video editing workstations and content creation teams, this model offers an attractive...

Network-Attached Storage (NAS) solutions are evolving rapidly—yet the drive for convenience sometimes leads users to repurpose a familiar general-purpose OS like Windows for NAS duties. A recent article on XDA Developers titled 5 Reasons You Shouldn't Use Windows as a NAS OS (by Adam Conway)...

In today's fast-paced digital landscape where Windows setups demand both performance and scalability, QNAP’s newly launched TS-h765eU stands out as a NAS solution that masterfully blends size with flexibility. Designed specifically for space-constrained environments, this compact 1U rackmount...

The world of home labs and self-hosted solutions often conjures up visions of Linux distros like Proxmox, TrueNAS, or even OpenMediaVault. If you’re wandering around the DIY tech world, chances are you've thought, "Windows 11? Really? Can it compete against the Linux ecosystem when it comes to...

In the ever-evolving world of technology, the discussion surrounding the best operating system for Network Attached Storage (NAS) often seems like a well-worn debate. For years, many seasoned tech wizards have been waving their flags for Linux-based systems, emphasizing stability, efficiency...

Hello. I am copying from my NAS to my PC in Windows 11 and can see that I only get slightly more than 113mbps throughput. What is also confusing is that performance graph shows max throughput of 250Mbps when I am bound to a 1Gbps network? The NAS is a Synology DS216SE with a gigabit port, and...

In today’s digital landscape, the need for efficient and shared storage solutions is paramount. Whether you're a homeowner looking to streamline media access, a small business in need of on-site data sharing, or a tech enthusiast exploring the capabilities of your machines, transforming your...

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