The original post: /r/homelab by /u/Neocitizen2077 on 2024-12-22 23:43:05.

Ever since I got a NAS, it’s completely changed the way I see these devices! At first, I bought it just to back up photos and videos, but as I kept using it, I realized its potential was way beyond that.I’m very particular about privacy, especially when it comes to important files and family photos. I used to store them on the cloud, but I was always a bit uneasy. Now with the NAS, everything is stored at home, and I can access it anytime—super convenient and reassuring. I also love collecting movies and shows, so I’ve put all my treasured content on the NAS. With Plex, I can watch them anytime on my TV or phone—it’s like having my own private cinema! Then, my cousin visited and told me that NAS could also run Home Assistant. I immediately set it up and connected my lights, curtains, and cameras. Now I can control everything from my phone, anywhere, anytime. It’s like my life just got a major tech upgrade!