Hi guys, first time posting so please be gentle.
Looking to build a NAS for the first time after binge watching YouTube for 2 weeks.
Price is not any issue, but I do want to be cost-efficient (don't wanna underpowered but no point in a 14900 right?)
Goals in decreasing importance
1- data storage/backup (have 2 10tb and can shuck another 3 8tb externals if needed)
2- plex
3- pi-hole
4- vpn
5- experimentation (arrrr?)
This is just to get my feet wet, probably will end up building a second one if needed. So looking for best bang for the buck so to speak.
Also, any software or app recommendations?
Still on the fence about unraid vs truenas. Heard containers or docker is nice? Definitely looking to remote in and automating pc/phone backups. Maybe sailing the seas?
If anyone has asked this before this year, I apologize first and would greatly appreciate a redirect.