This error seems to indicate the drive has a capacity that is not a multiple of 1024 bytes, which is...odd. Might be somthing quirky about the hardware.
Yes nostr:npub126ntw5mnermmj0znhjhgdk8lh2af72sm8qfzq48umdlnhaj9kuns3le9ll, give us all an update on this 😉👍🏻
You could likely hack something together now, but official clearnet support is coming in 0.4.0. Soon tm
fwiw this is because your hardware probably needed a proprietary WiFi driver that was not included in the StartOS binary. With 0343 (later this week), we are including a bunch more non-free WiFi drivers into the non-free ISO, so it will probably work just fine
Synapse (Matrix) is great. We recommend using the SchildiChat client app to connect from your phone/laptop. This will, however, require you to set up Tor on your phone/laptop if not already
By popular demand, Start9 has provided a brief compare/contrast between StartOS and Umbrel.
HOW ARE THEY ALIKE?
Both Umbrel and StartOS dramatically simplify the process of discovering, downloading, and installing services onto a private server, and that is where the similarities end.
HOW ARE THEY DIFFERENT?
**Appearance**
Umbrel uses MacOS's aethetic. The user interface is clean, colorful, and customizable. StartOS offers a functional design with little color or customization.
**Services**
As of May 30, 2023, there are approximately 100 services available for Umbrel, and 40 services available for StartOS. Both offer developer docs that permit anyone anywhere to package anything, and neither is capable of gatekeeping.
**Architecture**
Umbrel itself is an *app* that can be *installed* onto most Debian or Ubuntu computers and virtual machines. StartOS is an *operating system* (Linux distro) that can be *flashed* onto most computers and virtual machines.
**Config**
Services often provide config files, such as Bitcoin's bitcoin.conf. On Umbrel, updating config files requires using SSH and the command line. With StartOS, config files are presented as rich forms, including descriptions, downdowns, toggles, validated inputs, etc.
**Backups**
When it comes to self-hosting, nothing is more important than making backups. With the exception of LND, Umbrel does not provide a means of backing up services. With StartOS, encrypted backups can be made by pushing a button.
**Encryption**
On Umbrel, communications over the LAN are done over plain http. This means that anyone connected to your home WiFi network can trivially steal your passwords and money. With StartOS, communications over the LAN are done over encrypted https.
**Monitoring**
Umbrel does not provide tools for monitoring the health or performance of services. SSH and the command line are needed to view service logs. StartOS offers custom health checks that display service health, and a live screen for viewing service logs.
**DIY Options**
Both Umbrel and StartOS can be installed for free. As an app, Umbrel can be installed on the Raspberry Pi and devices running Debian or Ubuntu. As an operating system, StartOS can be flashed on just about any computer or virtual machine.
**Price**
Both companies offer plug and play devices. Umbrel offers a single device for $700. It has a 2.9GHz processor, 16GB of RAM, and a 2TB NVMe SSD. Start9 offers the same device for $563.
Start9 also has other options ranging from $199 to $1546
Our new Server Lite is an 8GB Raspberry Pi, StartOS pre-installed, Flirc enclosure, 128GB high endurance microSD, speaker, ethernet cable, and power supply...For $199 with free shipping.
Good luck even finding a Raspberry Pi alone for that price.
Specter Wallet 2.0 is now available on the Start9 Registry!
The electrs integration and new user interface are 🔥
🚀 Announcing StartOS v0.3.4.2, the Server Lite, and the all new 2023 Server One!
📣 StartOS v0.3.4.2 introduces PWA support, which means your private StartOS website(s) can now be installed directly onto your mobile devices. When used in this way, initial launch times are faster and the browser context disappears, creating a native app experience!
📣 v0.3.4.2 significantly expands hardware possibilities for free DIY. StartOS can now be installed on Aarch64 (ARM) computers and virtual machines, as well as many laptops, desktops, and mini-PCs that require proprietary drivers for hardware modules.
📣 Introducing the Server Lite, a Raspberry Pi-based device that runs entirely off the microSD card, eliminating common power delivery issues and lowering cost.
At just $199, the Lite is a low-cost, reliable server that can easily be upgraded later.
https://store.start9.com/products/server-lite
📣 Start9 has partnered with the @CryptoCloaks to offer exactly 100 of these limited-edition cases for the Server Lite!
https://store.start9.com/products/server-lite-limited
📣 Introducing the 2023 Server One. This device blows the Raspberry Pi out of the water. It has an 11th gen Intel processor, 16GB RAM, and an NVMe SSD up to 4TB. The best part, it costs about the same as the old, Pi-based Server One, starting at only $499!
https://store.start9.com/products/server-one
📣 Our flagship product, the Server Pro, now has a reduced price of $1,546.
The Pro offers unmatched privacy and security guarantees with an open software stack all the way down to firmware, including the neutralization of Intel's Management Engine.
https://store.start9.com/products/server-pro
📣 The above prices are available on our Bitcoin Store.
There is a YouTube video for Mac linked there too
We also do not recommend the Pi with an external SSD due to power delivery issues. If you are going to use a Pi, we suggest using an encasement like the NASPI. But your best bet is really an old laptop or mini PC. You can get something much more powerful than the Pi with 1-2TB SSD for like $400. In fact, in a couple days, we will be selling such a device :)
The only real benefit to hosting your own iris web app is that the code it runs cannot change without you knowing it. For example, a bug or malicious code deployment could steal private keys on login.
Company card was frozen due to suspected fraud.
You see, we purchased something off the interwebs from a company not based in our state and failed to inform the bank we were "traveling".
They said to provide advance notice the next time we intend to purchase something online 😂
Announcing the Start9 Community Tech Program!
Work from anywhere, whenever you want, and only if you want. Get paid in Bitcoin.
Seeking 5-10 people right away!
Details👇
Start9 does not have "marketing ppl", we don't even have a marketing person haha.
Matt was the main force behind the name change. Also, this is Matt
The "embassy" metaphor was a bit obscure and hyperbolic, almost gimmicky. StartOS is simpler, humbler, easier to say, more grounded
embassyOS has been renamed to StartOS, just FYI
Yes, your relay is already hosted on Tor. You need a client that can connect to relays over Tor, but mostly this is just a matter of configuring your browser properly.
