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Self-hosted media server goodness (Changelog & Friends #44)

May 17, 2024
Alex Kretzschmar shares insights on building the perfect media server with Linux, Plex, Jellyfin, ZFS, mergerfs, TrueNAS, Docker Compose. Topics include hardware, software, data protection, Synology features, content creation, server naming, privacy concerns, Plex vs. Jellyfin comparison, favorite movies, technical Wi-Fi challenges, and collaborative content creation.
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Quick takeaways

  • Building the perfect media server involves hardware/software integration like Plex and ZFS.
  • Venture capitalists exhibit a mix of empathy and ruthlessness for tech investments.

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