For embedded programmers and tech enthusiasts alike, self-hosting a personal music server has emerged as the most satisfying project. This guide explores why managing your hi-res FLAC collection with open-source tools represents the perfect intersection of technical challenge and personal reward.
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.
What started as a simple desire to watch anime without clunky interfaces turned into a 3-month obsession with recreating Windows 95 as a unified dashboard for self-hosted media. This is the story of Maamut95 and what it teaches us about self-hosting projects in 2026.
Tired of clunky, outdated IPTV web interfaces? NodeCast TV is a modern, self-hosted solution built for performance and clean design. This review explores why it's gaining traction in the self-hosted community and how to get started.
You're not imagining it—your favorite albums really do vanish from streaming services. This article explains the fragile reality of digital music licensing and provides a practical, step-by-step guide to building a permanent, self-hosted music library you truly own.
When a Reddit post claimed self-hosting Spotify would require 300TB, the self-hosted community erupted. We explore whether this staggering number is realistic, what alternatives exist, and who's actually attempting this monumental task in 2025.
Helmarr's arrival on the Apple AppStore marks a significant shift for self-hosted media enthusiasts. This native iOS, iPadOS, and macOS app finally provides a unified interface for managing Sonarr, Radarr, Lidarr, and Bazarr without relying on web browsers.