Home Server Infrastructure

I've set up a home server running various containerized services managed through Portainer Community Edition. Here's an overview of my current setup and the services I'm running.

Infrastructure Overview

Server Management: Portainer CE for Docker container management
Container Orchestration: Docker Compose
Access Control: Administrator-level access management

Active Services

Security & Network

Adguard: Running as a network-wide ad blocker and DNS manager

Media & Entertainment

Plex Multi-Stack: Media server setup for streaming personal content
Minecraft: Self-hosted game server for personal use

File Management

Nextcloud: Personal cloud storage and file synchronization solution

Technical Implementation

All services are deployed using Docker Compose, which allows for easy service management and configuration. Each stack is isolated and can be managed independently through Portainer's intuitive interface.

Service Configuration Highlights

Adguard Home
- Deployed: October 28, 2024
- Features: Network-wide ad blocking and DNS management
- Control: Full administrative access
Nextcloud
- Deployed: October 28, 2024
- Purpose: Personal cloud storage
- Integration: Fully containerized setup
Plex Media Server
- Deployed: December 30, 2024
- Configuration: Multi-stack setup for optimal performance
- Management: Total container control

Future Plans

I'm continuously looking to expand and improve my home server setup. Some potential additions might include:

Backup automation services
Monitoring and alerting systems
Additional self-hosted applications
Enhanced security measures

Management & Maintenance

The server is managed through Portainer's web interface, which provides:

Real-time container status monitoring
Easy stack deployment and updates
Resource usage tracking
Simple service management

This setup provides a robust foundation for home server needs while maintaining flexibility for future expansion and modifications.

Home Linux Server Setup