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submitted 1 year ago* (last edited 1 year ago) by Fake4000@lemmy.world to c/selfhosted@lemmy.world

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I would like to start and create my first file server at home. I've never done this before and I'm a beginner. I would like to know how to create one, how to maintain it for years to come, and what costs are entailed with a direct or indirect costs. Thanks everyone.

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Added the below for clarity.

What I am looking for is a way to storing my personal files at home. I am not looking for internet connected device that I can access remotely.

It will be mainly used to store my personal photos and videos, and not used to stream movies to a device.

Should be accessible by devices such as android, windows, and iOS.

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[–] upbeatWave@lemmy.dbzer0.com 1 points 1 year ago

Do you have a computer that you can spare? If so, just a basic windows comp with PhotoSync companion and PhotoSync app on both iOS and Android. The apps can be scheduled to do nightly backup to your comp. PhotoSync has a one time payment plan and it has been working great for me. You can only view the photos and videos as files not as photo albums like on immich but for simple backup it is great