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- would running Debian or Ubuntu in a VM on Win11 OS be a more ideal solution?
I’m more familiar with Ubuntu, but I’ve read up on Debian being more FOSS leaning.
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My stack is Debian.
https://itsfoss.com/debian-vs-ubuntu/
I suggest a Debian base + proxmox install. Then virtualize ubuntu if needed/wanted.
Very cool. Debian seems to be the one I’m gonna go with.
Tyvm! 🤘🫂
I shill #proxmox regularly. Big fan of virtualization for efficient/controlled resource use. It’s a level up for administering a homelab.
I haven’t heard of proxmox, but in the midst of building a slim homelab - I’m definitely going to look into it. I’ve been wanting to try more reliable virtualization but haven’t had the time to dive in.
Thanks again for this starting point, it’s really a big help. Can’t wait to tinker.
Debian is a more stable. Out is what Ubuntu (and many other) distros is built on. It isn't bleeding edge, it is a solid foundation which others rely. You will probably feel comfortable with it if you know Ubuntu.
Tyvm! That was my initial impression, so I think I will give Debian a try. I’ve been really curious about it but really never had a reason to play with it since I had Ubuntu machines. Good to know there’s no steep learning curve.
Ty again!
Either should work fine to be honest, don't let not using Debian before put you off - if you install it with Gnome its basically the same as Ubuntu, if you're using CLI only - its essentially exactly the same.
If you're literally running as a home server - VM on Windows is fine as long as the host is on when you need it, that said RPi4 is good and I've got two at home running various containers - but then maybe you wanna do other things with it. :-)
Tyvm! I might try Debian just to see something different. Only thing I remember having issues with in the past with VMs was the networking, but I’d imagine it wouldn’t be so much of a problem now.
I love the RPi4 but the OS I was running on it was fairly unstable - I’m def gonna put it to good use.
