Mini PC
NAS vs DAS vs Mini PC: Which Storage Setup Should You Actually Buy?New!!
06/22/2026
A practical storage decision guide for choosing a NAS, DAS, or mini PC based on sharing, speed, apps, backup, and upkeep.
Mini PC vs Raspberry Pi for Homelabs: Which One Should Run Your Services?New!!
06/22/2026
A practical homelab decision guide for choosing between Raspberry Pi boards and x86 mini PCs for Docker, Proxmox, storage, networking, and always-on services.
How Much Does a Homelab Really Cost in Electricity?New!!
06/22/2026
Electricity cost is simple to estimate: watts x 24 x 365 / 1000 x your kWh rate. The surprise is not one server; it is the combined idle load of router, switches.
Should Old Windows 10 PCs Become Proxmox or Linux Homelab Nodes?New!!
06/22/2026
Yes, many Windows 10-era business desktops are excellent homelab nodes if they have reliable storage, enough RAM, stable Ethernet, and acceptable idle power. Do not keep unsupported Windows around for server duties.
