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Firewall
10 posts
Networking and SecuritypfSense vs OPNsense (2026): Which Open Source Firewall to ChoosepfSense vs OPNsense in 2026: OPNsense ships fully open, frequent releases; pfSense CE stays free and Plus fits Netgate hardware. Here is which to choose. · 11 min read
Cloud and Self-HostingProtecting Sensitive Information: An IT Infrastructure Guide for Homelabs and BeyondIn an age where digital information is a prime asset, understanding how to protect it is paramount—whether you're experimenting with a personal homela... · 3 min read
Cloud and Self-HostingData Centers & Server Rooms: A Beginner’s Guide to Physical IT InfrastructureData center IT infrastructure for beginners: what data centers and server rooms are, core parts like servers, storage, power and cooling, and how they differ. · 2 min read
Networking and SecurityFortinet: Your Shield Against the Evolving Cyber Threat LandscapeIn an era where digital transformation is reshaping industries, the specter of cyber threats looms larger than ever. Businesses of all sizes are increas... · 3 min read
Gadgets and DevicesProtectli VAULT V1610: My Practical Implementation Journey with Multiple ServicesAfter extensively testing the Protectli V1610 6-Port Vault, I wanted to share my real-world implementation experience and how I've maximized this powerf... · 5 min read
Networking and SecurityProtectli V1610 Review: The Ultimate 6-Port Vault for Proxmox, pfSense & More [2025]Protectli Vault V1610 review: the 6-port mini PC for Proxmox and pfSense, how it differs from the V1410, Coreboot support, performance notes and alternatives. · 3 min read
Networking and SecuritypfBlockerNG Recommended Feeds for 2026: IP and DNSBL Lists That Still WorkThe pfBlockerNG IP and DNSBL feeds still maintained in October 2026, the dead ones to remove, the HaGeZi move, and how to fix pfBlockerNG not blocking ads. · 7 min read
Networking and SecurityBest Open Source Firewall and Free NGFW in 2026: OPNsense, pfSense, IPFire, OpenWrt and VyOS ComparedThe best free open source firewalls and NGFWs of 2026 compared: OPNsense, pfSense CE, IPFire, OpenWrt, VyOS. IPS, app control, hardware and which to pick. · 10 min read
Networking and SecurityUntangle Installation Guide: Step by Step guide for NG FirewallThis is step by step Installation Guide of Untangle, Untangle is a Multi Function firewall, to know more about Untangle Click here, you can create... · 2 min read
Networking and SecurityIs Untangle Firewall Still Free? What Happened to Untangle (2026)Untangle is now Arista Edge Threat Management NG Firewall. What is still free in 2026, what needs a subscription, where to download it and the alternatives. · 5 min read