openmediavault

An old gaming PC can become a capable homelab NAS when repurposed with NAS-oriented software such as TrueNAS, Unraid, OpenMediaVault, or Proxmox, because its desktop CPU, expandable memory, SATA ports, PCIe slots, and standard case often exceed what many consumer NAS appliances provide. That...

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...

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...