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Server list with intended roles.  Servers named N/A haven't been purchased yet. Ares[NUC]: Hard...

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So, this was more complicated than it needed to be but it's manageable.  I know The Lounge has a ...

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Yes, this is such a contentious topic I made an entire section just to say it's a waste of money....

The basic requirements are a router, WiFi and a switch.  Cheap SOHO routers like the many Linksys...

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I actually don't have a lot of advice on this because there just isn't a lot known about optimal ...

Unless your router comes with enough Ethernet ports for your whole network, you'll need at least ...

As I mentioned in the Router and Basic Networking Requirements pages, you should have at least on...

Unless you plan to get certified with Cisco and need something to practice on, you'll almost alwa...

So, there's basically four types of servers most people will want in their home lab. This first ...

I'm starting here because this is, by far, the most common server people will want. Simply put, ...

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This could be anything from smart home control panels to HTPCs.  Pretty much, any app or small su...

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This is specifically about making Ethernet cables but a lot of this will likely apply to most typ...

LAN Only - These links will only work when connected from the local network. http://10.20.10.75:...