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Tailscale replaced my dynamic DNS setup, and I stopped worrying about IP addresses entirely

… Sign in to your XDA account When away from home, I run into the same wall every time I want to check the Home Assistant . The IP address configured in the Home Assistant’s companion app doesn’t match my home network’s public IP address. …

May 9, 2026 · Samir Makwana

Cheap enterprise networking gear exposes the flaws in expensive consumer hardware

… Related How buying used enterprise hardware can teach you about networking Ex-enterprise gear is often cheaply available, and great to learn networking basics on if you get past the learning curve Enterprise networking prioritizes reliability over benchmarks A network that truly "feels" better Cons… …

May 19, 2026 · Tanveer Singh

My DIY router has been my DNS, VPN, and ad-blocker for a year, and I'd never use an ISP router again

… But if you’re in the home labbing community, it’s all about building a DIY firewall/router armed with tons of security provisions to keep your networking stack safe. …

Apr 28, 2026 · Ayush Pande

Throwing away your old network equipment is a fool’s errand - here’s what to do with it instead

… Your old stuff has life left in the tank Repurposing your old equipment is a great way to keep it out of a landfill, and asking "what else can this do?" could even save you some cash on a new access point for a remote area of your home, or extra switch for a home lab . …

Apr 2, 2026 · Ty Sherback

I avoided powerline Ethernet for years, but it solved the one connectivity gap nothing else could

… Related 5 home networking choices I regret making Don't follow in these home networking footsteps. I learned a lesson with that apartment. Sometimes, the best home network is the one that gets internet to the places it needs to go, not the one with the flashiest hardware. …

Apr 29, 2026 · Joe Rice-Jones

Your guest network is a security nightmare, and splitting it in two actually fixes it

… The basic guest network toggle is an outdated binary solution for a modern, complex smart home. …

May 27, 2026 · Jasmine Mannan

I stopped buying expensive Ethernet cables after learning what actually matters

… Whenever I bought a new router, added a switch to my setup , or reorganized my home lab , I often found myself browsing for premium networking cables. …

Jun 3, 2026 · Wesley Karanja

This $900 network switch has been flawless for nearly a decade, but it was still a mistake

… Sure, the EnGenius switch was expensive to begin with, but building a home lab takes very little investment, thanks to the advancements made to networking infrastructure and mini PCs. Spending $900 on a network switch isn't required to build a solid and reliable home network. …

May 21, 2026 · Rich Edmonds

I bought a KVM-over-IP for my home lab, and I can't believe I waited this long

… It all really depends on your home lab, and the best devices offer options without limiting you to a single ecosystem. …

Mar 26, 2026 · Joe Rice-Jones

Stop buying networking gear for your smart home that looks good on paper but fails in practice

… Home Assistant OS Windows, macOS, Linux iOS compatible Yes Home Assistant is one of the best options for running your smart home, so be sure any devices you buy will play nicely with it. See at Apple App Store See at Google Play Store See at Home Assistant

Mar 28, 2026 · Jeff Butts

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