Feeling exhausted by endless subscriptions, ads, and corporate acquisitions? Discover how building a simple home server with Jellyfin, Docker, and Tailscale can reclaim your digital autonomy and provide lasting satisfaction.
When a power outage wiped out 8 hard drives in a TrueNAS array but spared the SSDs, the self-hosted community learned hard lessons about data protection. This comprehensive 2026 guide explores what really happened, how to prevent it, and actionable recovery strategies for your Jellyfin server and beyond.
A Reddit user's close call with malware in their Sonarr setup reveals critical security gaps in self-hosted media servers. Learn how to protect your system from malicious downloads while maintaining automation.
Building your first home server for Plex and family photos? Discover why RAID isn't backup, learn practical storage strategies, and find out how to protect your irreplaceable memories without breaking the bank.
Stingray has emerged as a game-changing native Jellyfin client for Apple TV, addressing long-standing frustrations with existing options. This comprehensive review explores whether it lives up to the hype and answers the community's burning questions.
For newcomers to self-hosting, setting up the *arr stack often feels like discovering pure magic. This guide explains why tools like Radarr and Sonarr create an automated media experience that genuinely rivals—and often surpasses—commercial streaming.
Yuzic 1.1.2 has emerged as a game-changing cross-platform music player that seamlessly connects to Navidrome and Jellyfin servers while integrating with Lidarr for automated music management. This comprehensive review covers everything from installation to advanced features for self-hosted music enthusiasts.
Discover how to build a complete self-hosted media ecosystem that protects your family online while providing seamless access to your media collection. Learn from real-world setups using Jellyfin, Pi-Hole, and remote access tools.
Learn how to build a powerful 5TB portable media server using Raspberry Pi 4 with dual WiFi, battery backup, and full offline streaming capabilities. This comprehensive guide covers hardware, software, and real-world deployment for 2026.