Hey guys, I’m new to self-hosting; I’m trying to set up cloud storage to store pics and other content. However, I’m unsure whether to use my old computer, Buy NAS or ResberryPie to set up a home server.

Also, what is the best privacy-friendly OS to use with the home server?

Lastly, do’s and don’ts.

Any help would be appreciated (:

  • juli@programming.dev
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    11 months ago

    Use docker compose . Like “everyone” uses it. If the service doesn’t have a compose file, request it, or write it yourself as son as you are knowledgable enough.

    Use podman as soon as people and services switch to it (you’ll know when the latest tutorials talk about podman instead of docker).

    Use ngingx proxy manager or another easy to use reverse proxy.

    Don’t think it’s production ready after it was working 2 days. It may be, but it’s unlikely you have enough knowledge how to fix things.

    Automatic updates.

    Don’t install crap on the system.