Why and How to Set Up a NAS Server
Why and How to Set Up a NAS Server
admin 6 days agoI’VE BEEN TOYING with the idea of setting up my own network-attached storage (NAS) server for a long while, but I figured it would be a hassle.
Lured by the idea of automatic backups and centralized content sharing that are detached from big tech’s increasingly untrustworthy servers, and further motivated by the creep of ads and ever-rising prices for streaming services, I finally did it. It turned out to be easy. As you get your digital life in order, you should do it, too.
Why Would I Want a NAS Server?
While it’s not for everyone, there are a few good reasons you might consider setting up your own server for personal file storage, even in an era where cloud backup services are convenient and inexpensive.
To Protect Your Privacy
A NAS server is like your own private cloud, enabling you to store files and backups at home instead of on a third-party cloud server that could be located halfway around the world. If you don't expose your NAS to the internet, you can keep everything completely private. If you do want to share with other folks, you can configure
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Lured by the idea of automatic backups and centralized content sharing that are detached from big tech’s increasingly untrustworthy servers, and further motivated by the creep of ads and ever-rising prices for streaming services, I finally did it. It turned out to be easy. As you get your digital life in order, you should do it, too.
Why Would I Want a NAS Server?
While it’s not for everyone, there are a few good reasons you might consider setting up your own server for personal file storage, even in an era where cloud backup services are convenient and inexpensive.
To Protect Your Privacy
A NAS server is like your own private cloud, enabling you to store files and backups at home instead of on a third-party cloud server that could be located halfway around the world. If you don't expose your NAS to the internet, you can keep everything completely private. If you do want to share with other folks, you can configure
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