Self-hosted guides for the homelab enthusiast

A deep dive into setting up Proxmox Backup Server (PBS) in 2026 for a robust, deduplicated, and secure homelab backup strategy. Includes step-by-step installation, datastore creation, PVE integration, and restore walkthroughs.

Build a bulletproof homelab backup strategy in 2026. Learn the 3-2-1 rule, compare Restic vs Kopia vs Duplicati with a full decision matrix, and deploy automated Docker Compose backups to NAS, S3, and offsite storage. Includes Proxmox Backup Server setup, disaster recovery scenarios, and cost stacks from $0 to $50/month.