How to structure your HomeLab network?

Christian Lempa • September 9, 2025
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Check out Twingate and supercharge your security: https://bit.ly/3Y1OaZi In this video, I guide you through structuring your HomeLab network for better security, scalability, and ease of management. Whether you're just starting or looking to optimize an existing setup, you'll find practical examples and tips on network topology, segmentation, VLANs, and IP range management to build a robust and well-organized network. References * Excalidraw Tutorial: https://youtu.be/Gv9MezPAchI?si=2T1f9uC9gnN7adAe * OPNSense Tutorial: https://youtu.be/BsNmzHcK2r4?si=knBhBIAPL69_EuRT * Twingate Tutorial: https://youtu.be/iKq15WXdN88?si=2Lt90UvRYASkyjVP * BIND9 DNS Tutorial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=syzwLwE3Xq4 ________________ 💜 Support me and become a Fan! → https://christianlempa.de/patreon → https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZNhwA1B5YqiY1nLzmM0ZRg/join 💬 Join our Community! → https://christianlempa.de/discord 👉 Follow me everywhere → https://christianlempa.de ________________ Read my Tech Documentation https://christianlempa.de/docs My Gear and Equipment https://christianlempa.de/kit ________________ Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction 02:26 Finding the right Structure 03:39 Create a network diagram 05:09 Network Zones / Segmentation 07:48 Subnetting 10:16 Security Policies 12:40 VLANs 16:18 Do you really need VLANs? 18:41 IP Ranges ________________ Links can include affiliate links.

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