I want to make a server for hosting media through Jellyfin, and maybe some Nextcloud functionality. I prefer to use containers, but something like TrueNAS’ extensions/plugins sound good as well. This is my first server, so I don’t know what to choose. My possible options are:

  • Debian
  • Ubuntu
  • Fedora
  • TrueNAS Scale Which one should I choose? I am fine with using either Docker or Podman. (Edit: The server will be running on an old laptop with a single drive slot.)
  • Coud@lemmy.worldEnglish
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    11 months ago

    I would like to recommend an Ubuntu Server LTS which is almost as solid as Debian in my opinion but with many useful features like nonfree drivers accessible right away and newer packages.

    • BitPirate@feddit.deEnglish
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      11 months ago

      nonfree drivers accessible right away

      Non-free firmware is included in the Debian installer since Bookworm.

  • ErwinLottemann@feddit.deEnglish
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    11 months ago

    in the end it doesn’t realy matter because you plan on running the services in containers. that beeing said, have you thought about arch?

  • Atemu@lemmy.mlEnglish
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    11 months ago

    Based on that generic request, you’re just going to get everyone’s personal favourite server OS here. You’ll need to give more details to get something tailored to your needs.