Owncloud... not understanding this at all
Owncloud... not understanding this at all
I see how each service operates differently. You share your information with a cloud provider that offers discounted storage. My friend suggested OwnCloud because it lets you keep your data locally on your home computer. Visiting OwnCloud shows it isn’t as straightforward as it sounds. Would you like me to clarify what OwnCloud actually does?
You require a server to operate Owncloud or Nextcloud, but it's possible to set it up at home. I've used both platforms for years. The key points are: you must install an SSL certificate to activate HTTPS—otherwise, all your data isn't secured—and you need to route the 443 HTTPS connection through the server.
You're looking for a compact unit that houses an HDD and operates continuously, functioning as a media server. You're also interested in something that fits on your desktop.
You can execute it on your PC using various methods, though the easiest is to host it in a VM and keep it running continuously. The drawback of a VM is it consumes some of your PC’s resources. Another choice is to deploy it in Docker, which uses fewer resources than a full virtual machine but may be more complex to configure. Either approach demands your PC remain active and connected around the clock. The primary concern for many is that Windows updates or changes could unexpectedly restart your system or cause issues. The key distinction between OwnCloud/NextCloud and other cloud storage services lies in where the actual files reside and who can access them. With a provider, they rely on their own hardware and restrict access; with OwnCloud or NextCloud, you store your data locally on your drives and connect via their dedicated apps. It functions similarly to a personal media server, much like Netflix or other similar platforms.
It's interesting how this works and the constant PC usage isn't too bad since I take breaks when needed. The main challenge is ensuring smooth fluid integration between my desktop and mobile devices. Currently, I can switch notes and documents effortlessly across platforms because I keep my document folders consistent between systems. As long as other cloud services support editing on Linux, Android, and mobile, I'm comfortable.
I run Nextcloud on my NAS using Docker, it's working with OpenMediaVault. I also store media in Emby. You might want to try a Raspberry Pi or Odroid C2—they cost around $50, are lightweight, and avoid the hassle of keeping your PC running constantly or dealing with Windows updates.
Raspberry Pi 2 appears to work but I'm not sure it handles both video streaming and hosting Nextcloud smoothly. Here are some articles discussing Nextcloud on Raspberry Pi 2: https://pimylifeup.com/raspberry-pi-nextcloud-server/ and https://www.raspberrypi.org/forums/viewt...p?t=160874. You can also find videos on YouTube. For better performance, consider an Odroid C2 or Odroid XU4, which offer improved Ethernet and USB 3 speeds.