Note: Traefik v1.X.X is quite old. An updated version of this guide is now available: Ultimate Traefik Docker Compose Guide [2022] with LetsEncrypt. Traefik Reverse Proxy is one of my best finds of 2018 that has taken my home server to the next level in some ways. Few weeks back, … read more
Docker has revolutionized setup of server stacks. This step-by-step guide will describe building a Kick-ass Docker Media Server with Ubuntu 18.04 from scratch.
Some of you may know htpcbeginner.com, a leading HTPC and Home Server setup site that has helped millions over the last 7 years. I originally started htpcbeginner.com when I began exploring the world of Linux and setting up a server at home. I have always been a techie but I … read more
Although torrent websites such as ExtraTorrent.cc struggle to stay online, the torrenting space persists. Days after the original ExtraTorrent shut down a successor rose from the ashes. However, unlike its predecessor, ExtraTorrent.cd is simply a The Pirate Bay mirror with an ExtraTorrent skin. Nevertheless, with a bevy of excellent torrent … read more
Torrenting sites fluctuate. It’s common for torrent websites to go offline either briefly or long term. But while many torrent sites come and go, some remain steadfast. With an increasing legal crackdown, sites including the massively popular ExtraTorrent.cc permanently shut down. However, many torrenting sites remain active. Notably, Usenet is … read more
Sonarr is one of the best services for TV show download automation. Just like SickRage, it allows you to create watch lists and automatically download them when they are available. Unfortunately, automatic Sonarr unrar after download is not possible and this hurts your experience. You can read our comparison of Sonarr vs Sickrage showing … read more
Media server software varies based on intended purpose. Kodi and Plex are two of the most popular ones. But there are loads of other media streamer options including Emby, Subsonic, and more. Which you choose depends on your specific media and devices. Additionally, while you’ve got plenty of media server … read more
The best part of having a media server is the possibility to automate most of the tasks for downloading and processing your Movies and TV Shows. You can do all this by installing Sickrage, a service that allows you to create watch lists and automatically download them when they are … read more
The best part of having a media server is the possibility to automate most of the tasks for downloading and processing your Movies and TV Shows. You can do all this by installing Sickrage on Raspberry Pi 3, a service that allows you to create watch lists and automatically download … read more