Firewall Options and Management in Your Homelab
June 29, 2025
Explore practical firewall options for your homelab—from network appliances like pfSense and OPNsense to Linux host firewalls such as UFW, firewalld, iptables, and nftables. Learn how to choose, configure, and manage firewalls effectively for improved security and control.
Routing Basics for Your Homelab: Static and Dynamic Routing Explained
June 22, 2025
IP routes are the essential directions that tell your routers and devices how to move data between networks. This guide breaks down the fundamentals—from subnets and gateways to static routes and dynamic protocols like OSPF and BGP. Whether you’re building a simple home setup or a complex homelab, mastering IP routing helps you keep your network running smoothly and securely.
VLANs and Traffic Segmentation for Your Homelab
June 15, 2025
Learn how to use VLANs to segment traffic, improve security, and structure your homelab network using switches, firewalls, and virtual environments.
Subnetting and IP Address Planning for Your Homelab
June 02, 2025
Practical techniques for subnetting and IP address planning to organize your homelab network, optimize address allocation, and support scalable growth.
Configuring Wireless Networks and Firewalls for Your Homelab
June 02, 2025
A practical guide to securing and optimizing your home network using WiFi best practices, open-source firmware, and firewall platforms like OPNsense, pfSense, and IPFire.