Hey guys, I’m new to self-hosting; I’m trying to set up cloud storage to store pics and other content. However, I’m unsure whether to use my old computer, Buy NAS or ResberryPie to set up a home server.

Also, what is the best privacy-friendly OS to use with the home server?

Lastly, do’s and don’ts.

Any help would be appreciated (:

  • @WhyAUsername_1@lemmy.world
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    71 year ago

    Any cheap PC is going to be way better than raspberry Pi.

    Also, may I suggest you to checkout Immich? I am in love with the project and have been using it as Google photos replacement.

    Welcome to selfhosting!

    • @Caboose12000@lemmy.world
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      1 year ago

      i found their site and in confused by this part of their intro page:

      “That was how the idea started to grow in my head. After that, I began to find existing solutions in the self-hosting space with similar backup functionality and the performance level of the App-Which-Must-Not-Be-Named. I found that the current solutions mainly focus on the gallery-type application. However, I want a simple-to-use backup tool with a native mobile app that can view photos and videos efficiently.”

      what is the main thing that separates immich from other “gallery-type applications”? wouldnt all comparable apps have some kind of gallery?