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Photo by Domaintechnik on UnsplashRunning a Restore Drill on a Proxmox Homelab
A backup you haven't restored is a hope, not a backup. Here is the restore drill I'm building for my Proxmox VMs and ZFS data: what to check, what to script, and what I'm still unsure about.
PriyaInTheCloset· · 6 min read
Photo by Teng Yuhong on UnsplashDocker vs Kubernetes: What Homelab Beginners Need to Know
Docker and Kubernetes are often confused. This beginner guide explains what each does, how they differ, whether you need Kubernetes at home, and a practical path to start learning both.
WizardTux· · 7 min read
Welcome to the New I.T. Bible: What’s Here and How It Works
We’ve rebuilt I.T. Bible on a platform of our own, with its own sign-in service. Here’s what’s new, and how we recognize the people who make the community worth being part of.
WizardTux· · 5 min read
Photo by marcos mayer on UnsplashWireGuard Compared to IPsec and OpenVPN: What It Does Differently
WireGuard is simpler than IPsec and OpenVPN, and for most home and small-office tunnels that is the whole argument. Here is what it does differently, where it falls short, and a working config.
RackGhostDwayne· · 6 min read
Photo by Nathan Anderson on UnsplashWhy Small Mini PCs Are Taking Over the Home Lab
Quiet, low-power mini PCs are a common starting point for home labs and self-hosting. Here is what they handle well, how to choose one, and the mistakes to avoid.
WizardTux· · 5 min read
Photo by Clint Patterson on UnsplashWindows Server 2016 Ends Support in January: A Migration Checklist
Windows Server 2016 stops getting security updates in January 2027. Here is how to find every 2016 server, choose upgrade, migrate or retire for each, and handle the ones that must stay.
WizardTux· · 6 min read
After 10 Years in I.T. What I wish I knew
After working in I.T. for 10 years what have I learned, and what do I see that other people getting into the space lack.
WizardTux· · 2 min read
We're Moving Back to our Roots
It's been a long time coming but I think it's time we move back to our roots.
WizardTux· · 3 min read
Sweat Smarter, Not Harder: The Rise of Emerging Fitness Tech and Your Home Lab
The world of fitness is rapidly evolving, moving beyond just sweat and reps into a realm where data, personalization, and immersive experiences are taking center stage.
WizardTux· · 6 min read