The Changelog: Software Development, Open Source

Self-hosted media server goodness (Friends)

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May 17, 2024
Alex Kretzschmar, the mastermind behind Perfect Media Server and maintainer of LinuxServer.io, dives into the world of self-hosted media servers. He shares practical tips on hardware selection and budget considerations for setting up a seamless media experience. The conversation highlights the strengths and weaknesses of Plex versus Jellyfin, focusing on user privacy and features. They also touch on the evolution of Linux technology in media management, the importance of storage strategies, and quirky personal stories from their tech journeys.
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ANECDOTE

Meeting in Raleigh

  • Adam Stacoviak and Alex Kretzschmar briefly met at All Things Open in Raleigh.
  • They plan to return to the conference this year.
ANECDOTE

Self-Hosting Journey

  • Alex Kretzschmar's journey with self-hosting began with a Synology box and Plex.
  • This led him to explore Unraid, Docker, and eventually create LinuxServer.io.
INSIGHT

MergerFS Advantage

  • MergerFS allows combining multiple drives with different sizes and file systems.
  • This offers flexibility, unlike RAID or ZFS, which require upfront commitment to a layout.
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