Hey everyone, I've been curious about taking the plunge into self-hosting but I'm not sure where to start. First off, which services can I self-host? What should I consider when choosing hardware? What are the different methods for setting up? For example, is it more sensible to set up a local server or should I go for cloud alternatives? What's your general approach on this? Any advice would be greatly appreciated!
How should I get started with self-hosting? General steps
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The simplest way to take your first steps into self-hosting is to install Ubuntu/Linux on an old PC or a Raspberry Pi at home and run applications with Docker or Portainer. As for hardware, I recommend at least 4GB of RAM and an SSD—since electronics won’t run 24/7, low-power models are appealing. If you're deciding between cloud and local, first consider where your data needs to be. If you just want to handle files at home and run simple apps, a local server is enough, but syncing with the cloud for easier access and backups makes sense too.