Why Listen

• Expert Insights: Hear from a home lab enthusiast and IT professional who has tested all major NAS solutions.
• Practical Advice: Learn how to choose the right NAS for your business or home lab, including hardware, support, and ecosystem considerations.
• Real-World Experiences: Gain valuable tips on network upgrades, virtualization, and self-hosting from someone who’s been there.
• Stay Informed: Understand the latest controversies and trends in the NAS world, including Synology’s recent changes.
• Inspiration: Discover how passion for technology can lead to innovative solutions, even outside of a traditional IT career.

Companies, Products, and Books Mentioned

• Synology – https://www.synology.com
• Unraid – https://unraid.net
• Proxmox – https://www.proxmox.com
• TrueNAS – https://www.truenas.com
• QNAP – https://www.qnap.com
• Nextcloud – https://nextcloud.com
• Docker – https://www.docker.com
• Home Assistant – https://www.home-assistant.io
• Plex – https://www.plex.tv
• Ubuntu – https://ubuntu.com
• Windows – https://www.microsoft.com/windows
• Jim Collison’s Home Gadget Geeks (podcast) – https://theaverageguy.tv/category/tagpodcasts/htpodcast/

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