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AdGuard Home: Stop Ads & Trackers for Your Entire Family
The 2026 AdGuard Home guide: copy-paste recommended blocklists, optimize upstream DNS settings, block malware, and set up parental controls network-wide.
7 Parts
Series: Homelab
A structured multi-part deep dive exploring systems engineering, architectural rigor, and practical implementations.
8 min read
Getting Started with Self-Hosting in 2026
Start your self-hosting journey in 2026. Learn how to choose the right hardware, configure Debian 13, and deploy Docker containers for your homelab.
11 min read
Replace Google Photos: Self‑Host Immich in 2026
A step-by-step tutorial on setting up Immich with Docker, Cloudflare, and Tailscale. Secure your photos without the recurring cloud costs.
8 min read
Securing My Homelab: Integrating CrowdSec, Traefik, and Ntfy in Docker
Learn how to secure your homelab using CrowdSec, Traefik v3, and Docker. Configure real-time bans, AppSec WAF, and instant push notifications via Ntfy.
9 min read
How to Monitor Your Homelab with Beszel and Dozzle
Dozzle vs Beszel comparison and setup guide. Monitor CPU, memory, Docker container metrics, and live logs in your homelab with <50MB RAM.
11 min read
How to Self-Host Outline Wiki for Your Homelab: The Ultimate Documentation Stack
Step-by-step guide to self-hosting Outline Wiki in your homelab with Docker Compose, OIDC authentication, Passkeys, templates, and AI Agent MCP integration.
7 min read
Self‑Hosting on a Budget: What I Run on My HP EliteDesk Mini PC
How I built a quiet, low-power homelab running 35+ Docker services on a refurbished HP EliteDesk Mini with Debian 13, Tailscale, Cloudflare & Rclone.