Self-hosted media server goodness

May 17, 2024

Alex Kretzschmar discusses building a perfect media server with LinuxServer.io, Plex, Jellyfin, ZFS, TrueNAS, and Docker Compose. Topics include hardware/software, data management, advantages of ZFS, server naming, Plex vs. Jellyfin, DRM removal, and favorite audiobooks and movies.

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Introduction

00:00 • 4min

Casual Chat about Living in the Tech Triangle and Steakhouse Recommendations

04:21 • 2min

Evolution of Self-Hosting Media Servers in the Linux World

06:03 • 23min

Exploration of Server Hardware, Linux, and Self-hosting with Sponsor Promotion

29:01 • 4min

Exploration of Synology, SoftRAID, and Transition to Custom Linux Server for Media Storage

32:52 • 4min

Remote Backup System and New Job Offer

36:56 • 5min

Geek Culture in Server Naming

41:59 • 16min

Navigating the Shift: Plex to Jellyfin & Home Assistant Add-ons

58:27 • 7min

Contrasting Plex and Jellyfin Media Servers

01:05:05 • 7min

Exploring DRM Removal for Audiobooks and Self-Hosted Media Servers

01:11:46 • 2min

Exploring Audiobooks and Movie Choices

01:14:09 • 18min

Technical Wi-Fi Challenges, Home Lab Setups, and Niche Vehicle Talk

01:32:18 • 2min

Exploring Technology, Connectivity, and Storytelling

01:34:21 • 4min

Discussion on Dining Experience and Media Server Perfection

01:38:05 • 5min

Alex Kretzschmar joins Adam to discuss their experiences with building the “perfect media server” and all the hardware and software involved to make it happen — LinuxServer.io, PerfectMediaServer.com, Plex, Jellyfin, ZFS, mergerfs, TrueNAS, Docker Compose and so much more in this episode.

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