So, you want to start self-hosting? Part 1 - How to install Proxmox and pick your hardware.

Tailscale May 25, 2025
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This video is for you if you're a complete beginner who is curious about getting into self-hosting services. In this part 1 of a new multi-part series for the channel Alex will cover how to pick out hardware (it can be a lot to figure out where to start), flash yourself a bootable USB stick, and install an Operating System called Proxmox. Part 2 will follow in a couple of weeks and we'll set up your first few self-hosted applications such as: - Immich (a self-hosted Google photos clone) - Jellyfin (an open-source media center) - Home Assistant (the choice for open Home automation) Personal accounts are always free on Tailscale and can include up to 3 users and 100 devices. Get started today at https://tailscale.com/yt. ------ Chapters: 00:00 - What are we doing here? 00:26 - Just get a Pi? 01:29 - Dell 1L PC 03:48 - Install an OS 06:00 - Network hardware 10:07 - Installing Proxmox 12:52 - Network Fundamentals 15:24 - Post install tricks + SSH

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