6 reasons you need a NAS, not an external drive – XDA Developers
Having enough storage space is incredibly important for our digital lives, whether it’s for documents, pictures, or other important files. We can handle this storage in many ways, from external hard drives, cloud storage providers, and networked storage like NAS devices. Plus, don’t forget about the 3-2-1 backup rule, which is just as important as the storage in the first place. Now, if you’ve only just started running out of space on your primary device, you might be tempted to pick up an external HDD or SSD to store the extra. That’s fine to begin with, but you will soon...
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For years, pre-built NAS units from brands like Synology, QNAP, and Asustor have been the go-to for anyone looking to set up home or small office storage. They’re sleek, easy to set up and come with polished software. However, there comes a time when your requirements outgrow the capabilities of pre-built devices. Clearly, I’m not alone in this thinking, as the DIY NAS community is in an upward swing. More so, keeping in mind the increasing popularity of NAS-oriented operating systems like TrueNAS and Unraid. With that in mind, here are five reasons why I no longer buy a pre-built...
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7 Synology features you can install on any NAS – XDA Developers
Synology’s DiskStation Manager (DSM) is among the most beginner-friendly operating systems of any NAS brand. It guides you through the setup process to make it easy, even for first-time NAS users, and has a Windows or Linux-like interface so that you have minimal trouble figuring your way around the OS. While DSM is proprietary, many of its features have cross-platform alternatives that you can use on any NAS, be it pre-built ones like those from QNAP and Terramaster or your own DIY NAS running TrueNAS. Here are some of the best Synology features that you can install and use on...