Hey y’all, I know getting a setup that feels “right” can be a process. We all have different goals, tech preferences, etc.

I wanted to a share my blog post walking through how I finally built a setup that I can just be happy with and use. It goes over my goals, requirements, tech choices, layout, and some specific problems I’ve resolved.

Where I’ve landed of course isn’t where everyone else will, but I hope it can serve as a good reference. I’ve really benefited from the content and software folks have freely shared, and hope I can continue that and help others.

Happy to answer questions!

  • irmadlad@lemmy.worldEnglish
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    2 days ago

    I’m a 50+ non-geek Linux user myself, and selfhosting is the one computer ‘thing’ I would love to be able to setup one day but I’m too afraid to seriously start doing as I’m way too afraid of being that ‘low hanging fruit’ you mentioned in your post.

    Dude, 70 here. Just do it. You’re going to make mistakes along the way, you’ll learn along the way. You’re already a Linux user, so you’ve got a leg up there. Even if you walk away from selfhosting thinking it’s probably better for you to use those small companies, you’ll have had an enriching experience. I find selfhosting to be rather rewarding in many aspects. For one, it’s one of my hobbies that keeps my mind busy which is a good thing. I’m always digging for something new to learn.

    If you are the only user of your server, tying it down becomes a lot easier. allow.host / deny.host, tailscale, ufw, and fail2ban will get you very far and safe so you won’t be that low hanging fruit. I am quite certain there are people here would love to help you on your way. I’m one. I’m an expert at nothing, but I don’t mind sharing the knowledge (?) I’ve learned along the way.

      • irmadlad@lemmy.worldEnglish
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        11 hours ago

        LOL You gave me a belly laugh. Yes. Really 70…well soon to turn 71 ifn’ the creek don’t rise. I have that same reaction sometimes too. Damn! I’m really 70!? Yes, the world has changed so much since I was born, and frankly, I am glad it has. I am thankful that technology and music have walked along side me all these many years. It’s been a good life.