Plex Media Server is a service made specifically for a server or HTPC that allows you to stream your media anywhere and on any Plex compatible device. Besides streaming, this service processes your media and organizes it in beautiful libraries ready for consumption. We recently showed you how to install Plex … read more
In this post, I will show you how to install Kitematic on Windows 10, 8, and 7 all editions. Kitematic is a Docker GUI that makes managing Docker containers a breeze. Previously, I have explained what is Docker and how it can make life easier for home server owners. In … read more
In this guide, I will explain how to install Docker on Windows 7 and 8 using Docker Toolbox. This guide should also work on Win 10 32-bit, non-Pro, or non-Ent editions. Docker, if you do not know yet, self-contains apps, making them extremely easy to install and manage. Home Sever … read more
In this guide, I will explain how to install Docker on Windows 10. Docker, if you do not know, self-contains apps, making them extremely easy to install and manage. Home Sever apps such as SickRage, Sonarr, CouchPotato, Plex, etc. can be installed in just seconds. Interesting? Read our guide on … read more
In this post, I will show you how to install Docker on Ubuntu Server 16.04 to enable apps in containers. Confused or don’t know what I am talking about? Please read my previous post on what is docker and how it compares to Virtual Machines. In short, Docker is a … read more
What is Docker, why is it suddenly getting so popular, and how does docker compare to VirtualBox or VMware? Don’t worry we will try to explain all of these in simple terms. We have published extensively on using VirtualBox to build a home server. With docker gaining in popularity, we … read more
What is Jackett? Its is a service that acts like a proxy server and translates queries from other apps like Sonarr, Sickrage and CouchPotato. This allows you to use more search providers and you can manage this service as a single repository removing the burden from other apps. Custom torrent … read more
SickRage is one of the best services for automatic media download where you can create watch lists and automatically download them when they are available. While SickRage is a fork of SickBeard, it has a friendlier interface and the development is still active. Its author provides frequent patches and improvements. … read more
There’s no shortage of streaming options available. From Netflix, Hulu, Amazon Prime, and even free services such as Crackle, you can likely find almost anything you’re seeking. Stremio doesn’t aim to alleviate your subscriptions, but rather bolster the HTPC experience, and you’ll learn why later in this Stremio review along … read more