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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 (:

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[–] [email protected] 16 points 11 months ago (1 children)

Whatever you do:

  • keep notes
  • consider the 1st build "wrong"
  • "destroy" it (before it's the only place your data is stored in)
  • build it again

That means you'll really understand it and how to maintain it.

And others have said: 3-2-1 backups

[–] [email protected] 4 points 11 months ago (1 children)

Still chugging along with my broken permissions ACL from my 2nd or 3rd attempt and knowledge from my Pi4.

[–] [email protected] 2 points 11 months ago

ext with the Sticky Bit? Ah, yes, me too 🤭