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Elena Burtseva

I like owning my tools, my data, and my servers. Here I document my self‑hosting adventures and the small projects that make digital life more independent.

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Balancing Centralized Cloud Computing with Individual Ownership: Addressing Underutilized Resources and User Preferences
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Balancing Centralized Cloud Computing with Individual Ownership: Addressing Underutilized Resources and User Preferences

#cloud #selfhosting #sovereignty #efficiency
7 min read
Ensure Family Data Access After Owner's Death: Implement Shared Credentials or Automated Backup Solutions
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Ensure Family Data Access After Owner's Death: Implement Shared Credentials or Automated Backup Solutions

#selfhosted #dataloss #inheritance #backup
13 min read
Seeking Feedback on 10GbE/80TB Homelab Setup: Share Detailed Specs and Context for Constructive Input
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Seeking Feedback on 10GbE/80TB Homelab Setup: Share Detailed Specs and Context for Constructive Input

#homelab #10gbe #storage #networking
7 min read
Is an 8GB ARC A750 GPU for $160 a Worthwhile Upgrade for Your Workloads?
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Is an 8GB ARC A750 GPU for $160 a Worthwhile Upgrade for Your Workloads?

#gpu #upgrade #transcoding #streaming
9 min read
Assessing Storage Needs for Immich Photo Solution: Ensuring Sufficient Capacity for Family Photos
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Assessing Storage Needs for Immich Photo Solution: Ensuring Sufficient Capacity for Family Photos

#storage #scalability #immich #resilience
6 min read
Sysadmin Leaves Due to Poor Leadership, Overwork, and Misaligned Priorities
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Sysadmin Leaves Due to Poor Leadership, Overwork, and Misaligned Priorities

#leadership #overwork #ai #priorities
13 min read
OmniTools Developer Seeks Input on Next Tool Addition After Version 0.7.0 Release
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OmniTools Developer Seeks Input on Next Tool Addition After Version 0.7.0 Release

#omnitools #selfhosting #opensource #communitydriven
6 min read
eMudhra Exits SSL/TLS Certificate Business: Mitigation Strategies for Affected Customers and Partners
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eMudhra Exits SSL/TLS Certificate Business: Mitigation Strategies for Affected Customers and Partners

#cybersecurity #ssltls #market #competition
12 min read
Leaked PHP Vulnerabilities (CVE-2026-109618/19) Pose RCE Risk: Urgent Patching Required Across All Installations
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Leaked PHP Vulnerabilities (CVE-2026-109618/19) Pose RCE Risk: Urgent Patching Required Across All Installations

#php #rce #vulnerabilities #patching
10 min read
Maintaining a Home Server: Guidance for Non-Technical Users to Ensure Continued Operation and Data Security
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Maintaining a Home Server: Guidance for Non-Technical Users to Ensure Continued Operation and Data Security

#server #maintenance #security #hardware
6 min read
Self-Hosted Open-Source Kanban Board with Markdown, Offline Access, and Collaboration Features
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Self-Hosted Open-Source Kanban Board with Markdown, Offline Access, and Collaboration Features

#selfhosted #kanban #markdown #privacy
6 min read
Securing Remote Desktop Protocol: Mitigating Risks of Exposing RDP on Port 3389 to the Internet
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Securing Remote Desktop Protocol: Mitigating Risks of Exposing RDP on Port 3389 to the Internet

#rdp #security #misconfiguration #ransomware
6 min read
Open-Source File-Sharing Platform: Balancing Customization, Usability, and Modern Design to Compete with Established Services
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Open-Source File-Sharing Platform: Balancing Customization, Usability, and Modern Design to Compete with Established Services

#opensource #filesharing #selfhosted #customization
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15 min read
Avoiding Unnecessary Home Network Expansion: Balancing Practical Needs with Boredom-Driven Upgrades
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Avoiding Unnecessary Home Network Expansion: Balancing Practical Needs with Boredom-Driven Upgrades

#technology #overengineering #boredom #sustainability
14 min read
Lightweight Log Analysis Tools Needed for Self-Hosted Environments to Enhance Security Without Full SIEM
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Lightweight Log Analysis Tools Needed for Self-Hosted Environments to Enhance Security Without Full SIEM

#security #logging #selfhosted #siem
6 min read
Simplifying Home Server Setup: Streamlining Components and Requirements for First-Time Builders
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Simplifying Home Server Setup: Streamlining Components and Requirements for First-Time Builders

#servers #diy #complexity #planning
13 min read
Dispatcharr Plugins Enhance Functionality, Preventing User From Deleting App Due to Perceived Inconvenience
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Dispatcharr Plugins Enhance Functionality, Preventing User From Deleting App Due to Perceived Inconvenience

#plugins #usability #retention #discoverability
9 min read
Optimal Nextcloud Installation on Proxmox: Balancing Efficiency, Security, and Maintenance for Home Server Integration
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Optimal Nextcloud Installation on Proxmox: Balancing Efficiency, Security, and Maintenance for Home Server Integration

#nextcloud #proxmox #lxc #docker
12 min read
Family Backup Limits Reached: Upgrade, Switch, or Workaround Needed for Expanded Storage Needs
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Family Backup Limits Reached: Upgrade, Switch, or Workaround Needed for Expanded Storage Needs

#backup #storage #scalability #datasecurity
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12 min read
Transitioning to System Administration: Essential Skills, Technologies, and Tasks for IT Support Professionals
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Transitioning to System Administration: Essential Skills, Technologies, and Tasks for IT Support Professionals

#it #systemadministration #careertransition #infrastructure
9 min read
Upgrading to 10 GbE Managed Switch: Enhancing Homelab Network Performance and Learning Advanced Networking Concepts
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Upgrading to 10 GbE Managed Switch: Enhancing Homelab Network Performance and Learning Advanced Networking Concepts

#networking #10gbe #homelab #managedswitch
9 min read
DeskPi RackMate T2 12U Setup: Custom Rack Showcase with Mini ITX Case and Cable Management Insights
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DeskPi RackMate T2 12U Setup: Custom Rack Showcase with Mini ITX Case and Cable Management Insights

#diy #rackmounted #miniitx #thermalmanagement
12 min read
Enclosing a Startech 19U Rack: Materials and Methods for Noise Reduction and Proper Air Circulation
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Enclosing a Startech 19U Rack: Materials and Methods for Noise Reduction and Proper Air Circulation

#diy #noisereduction #thermalmanagement #mdf
13 min read
Degoog 1.0.0: Open-Source Search Engine Aggregator Now Available for Enhanced Privacy and Customization
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Degoog 1.0.0: Open-Source Search Engine Aggregator Now Available for Enhanced Privacy and Customization

#privacy #opensource #search #decentralization
8 min read
Optimizing Zpool Scrub Performance During Home Server Upgrade and Maintenance with Efficient Hardware and Power Management
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Optimizing Zpool Scrub Performance During Home Server Upgrade and Maintenance with Efficient Hardware and Power Management

#zpool #scrubbing #hardware #thermal
12 min read
Relocating High-Performance Server to Networking Closet for Improved Setup and Functionality
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Relocating High-Performance Server to Networking Closet for Improved Setup and Functionality

#server #relocation #thermal #hardware
12 min read
Repurposing Old Hardware for Docker, Game Servers, and Media Storage: Clarifying Purpose and Challenges
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Repurposing Old Hardware for Docker, Game Servers, and Media Storage: Clarifying Purpose and Challenges

#diy #docker #repurposing #sustainability
10 min read
AI Assistance Helps User Overcome Technical Hurdles to Successfully Set Up Self-Hosted Media Server
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AI Assistance Helps User Overcome Technical Hurdles to Successfully Set Up Self-Hosted Media Server

#ai #selfhosting #mediaserver #knowledgegap
7 min read
Seeking Feedback and Improvements for a Two-Year Homelab Setup Built with Second-Hand Hardware
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Seeking Feedback and Improvements for a Two-Year Homelab Setup Built with Second-Hand Hardware

#homelab #sustainability #kubernetes #proxmox
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12 min read
Excessive Noise from OptiPlex 7060 SFF and ThinkCentre M920q Resolved with Soundproofing Solution
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Excessive Noise from OptiPlex 7060 SFF and ThinkCentre M920q Resolved with Soundproofing Solution

#noise #hardware #soundproofing #fans
6 min read
Home Server Setup Safety: Validating Laptop Placement on Wooden Base with Spacers for Optimal Functionality
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Home Server Setup Safety: Validating Laptop Placement on Wooden Base with Spacers for Optimal Functionality

#homelab #safety #ventilation #heat
10 min read
Bought Dell Optiplex 7090 Ultra PCs Below Market Value: Seeking Advice on Reselling or Repurposing
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Bought Dell Optiplex 7090 Ultra PCs Below Market Value: Seeking Advice on Reselling or Repurposing

#hardware #resale #strategy #optimization
11 min read
Home Network Setup Overview: Multiple Devices Integrated for Diverse Functions
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Home Network Setup Overview: Multiple Devices Integrated for Diverse Functions

#networking #automation #entertainment #efficiency
11 min read
Addressing Admin Burnout: Strategies for Recognizing and Supporting System Administrators' Critical Role
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Addressing Admin Burnout: Strategies for Recognizing and Supporting System Administrators' Critical Role

#sysadmin #burnout #infrastructure #resilience
12 min read
Choosing Between GPU Upgrade for UnRaid or Mac Mini for Efficient Large Language Model Performance
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Choosing Between GPU Upgrade for UnRaid or Mac Mini for Efficient Large Language Model Performance

#llm #gpu #macmini #unraid
11 min read
Maximizing Outdated Hardware Utility: Reliable, Secure Home Server Solutions
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Maximizing Outdated Hardware Utility: Reliable, Secure Home Server Solutions

#repurposing #sustainability #selfhosted #linux
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11 min read
Bridging the Gap: Enhancing Technical Screenings with Improved Recruiter Training and Tools
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Bridging the Gap: Enhancing Technical Screenings with Improved Recruiter Training and Tools

#recruitment #technicalscreening #training #evaluation
9 min read
New Rack Installation Satisfies Despite Pending Cabling Fixes
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New Rack Installation Satisfies Despite Pending Cabling Fixes

#technology #optimization #cabling #risk
11 min read
Self-Hosted Music Setup: Bridging the Gap with Spotify's Playlist, Recommendation, and Reliability Features
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Self-Hosted Music Setup: Bridging the Gap with Spotify's Playlist, Recommendation, and Reliability Features

#spotify #selfhosted #music #reliability
8 min read
Self-Hosted Streaming Solution Overcomes VPN Blocks and Content Unavailability on Streaming Services
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Self-Hosted Streaming Solution Overcomes VPN Blocks and Content Unavailability on Streaming Services

#selfhosting #nas #georestrictions #vpn
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7 min read
Optimizing Homelab Setup: Seeking Advanced Networking and Server Enhancements Post Cable and Power Fixes
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Optimizing Homelab Setup: Seeking Advanced Networking and Server Enhancements Post Cable and Power Fixes

#homelab #networking #servers #power
11 min read
Sunshine's Predatory Monetization Undermines Open-Source Ethos: Community Seeks Solutions to Restore Free Access
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Sunshine's Predatory Monetization Undermines Open-Source Ethos: Community Seeks Solutions to Restore Free Access

#opensource #monetization #ethics #community
10 min read
Self-Hosted DLsite Collection Organizer: A Personalized Alternative to Existing Platforms
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Self-Hosted DLsite Collection Organizer: A Personalized Alternative to Existing Platforms

#selfhosted #customization #digitalcollections #dlsite
8 min read
Setting Up a Highly Available Kubernetes Homelab with Talos Linux on Bare Metal Hardware
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Setting Up a Highly Available Kubernetes Homelab with Talos Linux on Bare Metal Hardware

#kubernetes #talos #homelab #ha
8 min read
Combating IT Burnout: Strategies for Reducing Work Stress and Finding Fulfillment in a Meaningless Role
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Combating IT Burnout: Strategies for Reducing Work Stress and Finding Fulfillment in a Meaningless Role

#burnout #it #stress #meaninglessness
7 min read
Customer Received Double Storage Drives, Resulting in Unexpected Lower Cost per Terabyte
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Customer Received Double Storage Drives, Resulting in Unexpected Lower Cost per Terabyte

#supplychain #errors #retail #inventory
10 min read
Small Business Risks Operational Disruption: Implementing a Comprehensive M365 Tenant Deauthentication Recovery Plan
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Small Business Risks Operational Disruption: Implementing a Comprehensive M365 Tenant Deauthentication Recovery Plan

#m365 #security #disasterrecovery #authentication
11 min read
Securing and Optimizing a Home Server for Multiple Services: A Beginner's Guide to Homelab Efficiency
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Securing and Optimizing a Home Server for Multiple Services: A Beginner's Guide to Homelab Efficiency

#homelab #security #optimization #vulnerabilities
8 min read
IT Professional's Anxiety: Balancing 'Prepare for the Worst' Mindset with Personal Well-being
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IT Professional's Anxiety: Balancing 'Prepare for the Worst' Mindset with Personal Well-being

#anxiety #it #mindset #wellbeing
14 min read
Optimizing ThinkPad Setup for Jellyfin, Immich, Home Assistant, and Vault Warden Beside Bed Due to Router Location
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Optimizing ThinkPad Setup for Jellyfin, Immich, Home Assistant, and Vault Warden Beside Bed Due to Router Location

#thinkpad #thermal #acoustic #optimization
6 min read
AppFlowy Patches SQL Injection in Cloud Version, Self-Hosted Users Still Vulnerable
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AppFlowy Patches SQL Injection in Cloud Version, Self-Hosted Users Still Vulnerable

#security #vulnerability #selfhosted #sqlinjection
10 min read
Evaluating the Practical Need for a 10GB Network in Home Labs: Balancing Performance and Cost
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Evaluating the Practical Need for a 10GB Network in Home Labs: Balancing Performance and Cost

#networking #homelab #10gb #cost
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Remote Troubleshooting Restores VPN Server After Failed Restart, Resolving Inaccessibility Issue
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Remote Troubleshooting Restores VPN Server After Failed Restart, Resolving Inaccessibility Issue

#it #vpn #healthcare #redundancy
10 min read
Optimal Deployment Method for Self-Hosted Services: Docker Containers, Linux Box, or System Service?
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Optimal Deployment Method for Self-Hosted Services: Docker Containers, Linux Box, or System Service?

#selfhosting #docker #nas #linux
13 min read
MacBooks for Sysadmin Work: Practicality and Acceptance in Professional Office Environments Explored
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MacBooks for Sysadmin Work: Practicality and Acceptance in Professional Office Environments Explored

#sysadmin #macbook #virtualization #compatibility
13 min read
Saving St. Gilles Abbey Church: Preserving Romanesque Heritage After Centuries of Turmoil
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Saving St. Gilles Abbey Church: Preserving Romanesque Heritage After Centuries of Turmoil

#preservation #romanesque #heritage #restoration
9 min read
Breaking Dependency Loops: Strategies to Recover Critical Account Access Without External Reliance
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Breaking Dependency Loops: Strategies to Recover Critical Account Access Without External Reliance

#security #recovery #yubikey #redundancy
12 min read
Building a 3,000 Sq Ft Home and 2,000 Sq Ft Garage: Savings Needed with Contractors
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Building a 3,000 Sq Ft Home and 2,000 Sq Ft Garage: Savings Needed with Contractors

#construction #budgeting #contractors #planning
19 min read
Non-Profit IT Admin Seeks New Challenges Post-Project Completion: Strategies for Engagement
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Non-Profit IT Admin Seeks New Challenges Post-Project Completion: Strategies for Engagement

#it #nonprofit #underutilization #innovation
10 min read
Optimizing Homelab Networking and Resource Utilization for Enhanced Performance and Scalability
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Optimizing Homelab Networking and Resource Utilization for Enhanced Performance and Scalability

#homelab #networking #optimization #scalability
12 min read
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