How to Homelab Episode 1 - Tips on Getting Started

Welcome to a new series, How to Homelab! In this series, Homelab-related concepts are discussed. Learn how to run your own servers, what applications to run, how to set them up, etc. In this video (as well as the next) I'll talk about some general tips on getting started. New episodes should be available every week as time permits. ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ 🕐 Time Codes : 02:26 - What is a "Homelab"? 04:49 - What should you buy? 09:20 - Raspberry Pi 10:15 - An overview of some of the hardware in my Homelab 📖 Check out jay's latest book, Mastering Ubuntu Server 3rd Edition. Available in the USA late December 2020, and in other countries early January 2021 ➡️ http://ubuntuserverbook.com ☁️ Proxmox build video: ➡️    • Building a Low Energy Virtualization Serve...   ☁️ FreeNAS (now TrueNAS) build video: ➡️    • Building a Low Energy Storage Server for y...   ⚙️ Grab Jay’s actual Dotfiles! For a small donation, grab a zip file full of configs for Bash, ZSH, Vim, Tmux, i3, Sway (and more)! Curated over a decade, there’s something for everyone. Download here ➜ http://learnlinux.link/jay-dotfiles 📖 "Switching to Linux" now available in print! Whether you're fed up with busted Windows updates or tens of gigs of AI slop that appeared on your Mac all of a sudden - Linux offers a computing experience designed to work for you, not against you. Each chapter is written for real beginners - no prior Linux experience required. By the end, you won't just have Linux running on your computer - you'll understand it! Grab your copy here ➜ https://learnlinux.link/stl-amazon 🐧 Save up to 30% on Linux Foundation Certifications Whether you're starting a Linux career or advancing your existing skills, Linux Foundation training can help you stand out in a competitive industry. Check out the available courses and certifications, and save! https://learnlinux.link/get-certified 🐧 Get a "Linux Tips" Newsletter Packed with expert tips and strategies, for both desktop and server users. Get yours here: Subscribe here ➜ https://learnlinux.link/linux-tips 📚 Discounts, Courses, Books, and More! (Support Linux Learning) Switching to Linux Book: Amazon ➜ https://learnlinux.link/stl-amazon Publisher ➜ https://learnlinux.link/stl-leanpub Linux Swag & Gear ➜ https://learnlinux.link/swag Live Training ➜ https://learnlinux.link/live $100 of Free Linode Starter Credit ➜ https://learnlinux.link/linode "Linux Pro-Tips" Newsletter ➜ https://learnlinux.link/linux-tips eBook Bundle ➜ https://learnlinux.link/ebook-bundle Ansible Course ➜ https://learnlinux.link/ansible Paid Assistance ➜ https://www.learnlinux.tv/request-ass... ❤️ Support the Channel Enjoyed the video? Your support keeps this channel independent! Become a Channel Member (Ad-Free & Early Access) ➜ https://learnlinux.link/join Support on Patreon ➜ https://learnlinux.link/patron 💻 Check out the Tiny Pilot KVM for your Homelab (commission earned): ➡️ https://learnlinux.link/tinypilot 💽 How to create a bootable flash drive for installing Linux ➡️ https://linux.video/flash-usb 🐧 Which distro do I use? ➡️ https://learnlinux.link/mydistro 🔐 How to better secure OpenSSH: ➡️ https://linux.video/secure-ssh ☁️ How to create a cloud Linux server with Linode: ➡️ https://learnlinux.link/create-linode