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  • Enforce DNS Over TLS for All Clients & Block DNS Leaks with OPNsense!

    Enforce DNS Over TLS for All Clients & Block DNS Leaks with OPNsense!

    Secure your network in this step-by-step guide where I’ll show you how to block all outbound DNS traffic on port 53 and enforce DNS over TLS using OPNsense. Learn how to configure firewall and NAT rules to ensure all DNS queries are securely routed through your local Unbound DNS resolver. Perfect for boosting privacy and…

  • Always-On VPN with OPNsense & Mullvad: An Easy Step-by-Step Guide

    Always-On VPN with OPNsense & Mullvad: An Easy Step-by-Step Guide

    Are you ready to take control of your online privacy? In this video, we’ll show you how to set up an Always-On VPN in OPNsense using WireGuard and the privacy-focused Mullvad VPN. This step-by-step guide will help you maintain your privacy effortlessly. Stick around to learn how to configure your OPNsense firewall for a seamless,…

  • Virtualize OPNSense On Proxmox

    Virtualize OPNSense On Proxmox

    This guide is perfect for those seeking a cost-effective Enterprise Grade Router & Firewall solution! Follow this video to have an OPNsense Virtual Machine running on Proxmox quickly! This video walks you through the entire process so that you will walk away with a fully functional router/firewall running on your own hardware. No need to…

  • Easily Start or Expand Your Homelab with VirtualBox

    Easily Start or Expand Your Homelab with VirtualBox

    Are you ready to dive into the world of homelabs but unsure where to begin or worried about the cost? In this step-by-step guide, I’ll show you how to use your existing computer to start your homelab or expand your existing homelab without spending a dime! Using Oracle VirtualBox, we’ll create virtual machines on your…

  • Create Your Own Powerful AI Chatbot in Minutes!

    Create Your Own Powerful AI Chatbot in Minutes!

    Are you ready to run your very own AI chatbot, similar to ChatGPT, right on your computer? In this guide, I’ll walk you through how to install and run Ollama locally, giving you access to an intuitive user interface and the ability to run multiple AI models simultaneously. Best of all, you’ll be able to…

  • Master PCI Passthrough in Proxmox for Seamless Plex Hardware Transcoding

    Master PCI Passthrough in Proxmox for Seamless Plex Hardware Transcoding

    Welcome back to What’s New Andrew! In today’s video, I’m diving into the nitty-gritty of setting up PCI Passthrough within Proxmox and showing you how to pass an NVIDIA GPU into Plex for efficient hardware transcoding. If you want your Plex server to handle streaming with ease across different devices and resolutions, this tutorial is…

  • Nginx Proxy Manager in 10-Minutes

    Nginx Proxy Manager in 10-Minutes

    In this easy step-by-step guide you will learn how to install and configure Nginx Proxy Manager in just 10-minutes! Nginx Proxy Manager is a powerful reverse proxy with a simple and intuitive interface that allows you to host multiple websites or applications on the same IP address in your homelab or cloud server. Follow along…

  • Running Open Media Vault on Proxmox

    Running Open Media Vault on Proxmox

    This guide is perfect for those seeking a cost-effective NAS solution! Follow this video to have an Open Media Vault (OMV) Virtual Machine running on Proxmox quickly! This video walks you through the entire process so that you will walk away with a fully functional NAS on your existing hardware. OpenMediaVault is a network-attached storage…

  • How To Install Home Assistant on Proxmox

    How To Install Home Assistant on Proxmox

    Welcome to my step-by-step guide on setting up Home Assistant on a Proxmox Virtual Machine! In this video, we’ll walk you through the entire process, from building the virtual machine (VM) to logging in for the first time. Here’s what you’ll learn: Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced user, this guide will make the…

  • Website & Application Uptime Monitoring Made Easy!

    Website & Application Uptime Monitoring Made Easy!

    In this tutorial, we’ll guide you through setting up website and application uptime monitoring using Uptime Kuma. First, we’ll explain the docker compose file and show you how to start the container using Portainer. Next, we’ll walk you through configuring Uptime Kuma to monitor your websites and applications in real-time and receive notifications alerting you…

  • Mastering Network Monitoring: Simplified Setup with Net AlertX

    Mastering Network Monitoring: Simplified Setup with Net AlertX

    Implementing network monitoring in your homelab is essential in providing valuable insights into your network’s health and performance, empowering you to detect and resolve issues proactively before they escalate. My YouTube tutorial on setting up Net AlertX on Docker with Portainer will streamline your setup, ensuring a successful installation even for beginners. Net AlertX empowers…

  • Create Your Own Minecraft Server! An Easy Step-by-Step Tutorial

    Create Your Own Minecraft Server! An Easy Step-by-Step Tutorial

    Welcome to my step-by-step tutorial on creating your very own Minecraft server! In this video, I will guide you through the process from start to finish, so you can enjoy playing with your friends on your custom server! In this video we will use Portainer to spin up our docker container and then connect to…

  • Installing Frigate On A Proxmox LXC Container With A Coral USB Accelerator

    Installing Frigate On A Proxmox LXC Container With A Coral USB Accelerator

    Join me as I embark on the journey of building a Frigate NVR (Network Video Recorder) on a Proxmox LXC (Linux Container) with USB Passthrough for a Coral USB Accelerator! Don’t miss out on this opportunity to level up your tech skills and build your very own Frigate NVR system. Hit that subscribe button, smash…

  • Create Your Own VPN in Minutes: A Simple Step-by-Step Guide!

    Create Your Own VPN in Minutes: A Simple Step-by-Step Guide!

    In this step-by-step guide, you’ll learn how to build your own WireGuard VPN from scratch. The tutorial begins with setting up a virtual private server (VPS) on Linode, followed by spinning up a Docker container for WireGuard Easy and configuring it with the web UI. The guide concludes with testing the VPN connection on a…

  • Securing Your Self-HostedApplications with Cloudflare Tunnels and Zero Trust

    Securing Your Self-HostedApplications with Cloudflare Tunnels and Zero Trust

    If you’re looking to make your self-hosted services accessible without the complexity of traditional methods like port forwarding or VPNs, you’re in the right place. In this tutorial I will dive into authentication with Cloudflare Zero Trust by demonstrating how to effortlessly expose your self-hosted services to the world while ensuring top-tier security. Whether you’re…

  • Getting Started With Docker and Portainer

    Getting Started With Docker and Portainer

    Welcome to our guide on creating a robust development environment on your Linux virtual machine! In this post you will learn how to set up a powerful environment on your Linux virtual machine by installing Docker, Docker Compose, and Portainer. Docker simplifies the process of containerization, enabling you to package and deploy applications with ease.…

  • Getting Started With Proxmox VE

    Getting Started With Proxmox VE

    Ready to supercharge your home lab? Dive into the world of virtualization with Proxmox VE! In this tutorial, we’ll guide you through installing Proxmox VE and crafting your very first Linux Virtual Machine. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or a newbie, Proxmox VE offers a straightforward setup process, making it a great option among hypervisors.…

  • Getting Started With Cloudflare Tunnels

    Getting Started With Cloudflare Tunnels

    Are you eager to harness the power of self-hosting but find yourself confused or blocked by firewall restrictions or ISP limitations on port usage? Perhaps you’re hesitant to expose your infrastructure by opening ports 80 and 443 for web servers. Fret not, for there’s a solution at hand. Cloudflare Tunnels act as a conduit between…