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SMB vs NFS on a NAS: Which Protocol Should You Use?
SMB for people, NFS for machines. The real difference is not speed — it is that SMB authenticates users while classic NFS trusts whole hosts.
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Homelab & Home Server
Proxmox, Docker, reverse proxies, Tailscale, networking and home server foundations.
02
How to Size a UPS for Your NAS (and Set Up Safe Shutdown)
Measure your NAS's real power draw, pick a UPS with headroom, and configure DSM, QTS or NUT so the NAS actually shuts down cleanly before the battery dies.
03
Docker PUID and PGID Explained for NAS Users
Fix NAS Docker permission errors by understanding Linux UID/GID, PUID/PGID image conventions, bind mounts, ACLs and a safe troubleshooting workflow.
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2.5GbE vs 10GbE for NAS: Is the Upgrade Worth It?
Compare real NAS throughput, cabling, switches, SSD and HDD limits, client count and total upgrade cost for 2.5GbE versus 10GbE.
05
Tailscale ACLs for NAS: A Least-Privilege Access Guide
Restrict NAS remote access with Tailscale users, groups, tags, ports and test cases instead of giving every tailnet device full access.
06
What Is a Homelab? A Beginner's Guide to Getting Started
What is a homelab, why do people build one, and how do you start? A beginner-friendly guide to running your own servers and services at home.
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How to Access Your NAS Remotely, Safely (2026)
The safe ways to access your NAS from anywhere — Tailscale, a VPN, or vendor tools — and why you should never port-forward your NAS admin.
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Reverse Proxy Explained: HTTPS for Your Self-Hosted Apps
What is a reverse proxy and why does every self-hoster need one? A plain-English guide plus the popular options: Nginx Proxy Manager, Caddy and Traefik.