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Networking

Routers, switches, and mesh that survives family wifi.

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Networking 8.5
Technical assessment Tailscale review: mesh VPN simplifies homelab networking without compromise Tailscale transforms WireGuard into zero-config mesh networking that works across NATs and firewalls, with a generous free tier ideal for homelabs.
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Networking 7.1
Technical assessment UniFi Express 7 review: compact Wi-Fi 7 gateway that trades ports for price At $199, the UX7 delivers Wi-Fi 7 and 10G WAN in a tiny package, but its single LAN port and Network-only software limit standalone appeal.
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Networking 8.6
Technical assessment AdGuard Home review: self-hosted DNS blocker with privacy, ease, and Pi-hole parity Free, open-source network DNS blocker that excels at setup simplicity and built-in encrypted DNS, though DNS-level filtering inherently misses in-stream ads.
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Networking 8.8
Technical assessment OPNsense review: open-source router and firewall OS that rivals commercial appliances OPNsense delivers enterprise-grade firewall, VPN, and intrusion detection features at zero licensing cost, with a modern interface and predictable bi-weekly updates that make self-hosted network security accessible to home labs and small businesses alike.