2.5GbE
Orange Pi 6 vs Raspberry Pi 5 for Homelab: Powerful Hardware, Real Tradeoffs
07/14/2026
Orange Pi 6 brings dual 2.5GbE, dual NVMe, LPDDR5, and serious AI claims to a tiny board, but software support and total cost decide whether it belongs in your homelab.
NAS vs DAS vs Mini PC: Which Storage Setup Should You Actually Buy?
06/22/2026
A practical storage decision guide for choosing a NAS, DAS, or mini PC based on sharing, speed, apps, backup, and upkeep.
2.5GbE vs 10GbE: Which Home Network Upgrade Is Worth It?
06/22/2026
Most homes should start with 2.5GbE for NAS, mini PCs, and Wi-Fi 6E/7 access points because it is cheap, cool, and works over existing Cat5e in many runs. Choose 10GbE when large.