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Recent Posts from My Tech Blog

Proxmox VMware Tools – How to Install VirtIO Drivers and QEMU Guest Agent
If you’ve just migrated from VMware to Proxmox, you might be wondering what to install instead of VMware Tools. In VMware ESXi, this package is essential because it includes both drivers and a guest agent that improve performance and integration. While you cannot directly install VMware Tools in Proxmox, you can achieve similar functionality by installing VirtIO drivers and the QEMU Guest Agent, which together provide the features you get when you install VMware Tools on a VMware guest OS.

Proxmox Snapshots: Complete Guide for Virtual Machines and Containers
A Proxmox snapshot is a point-in-time capture of a virtual machine or container’s complete state, including data, configuration files, and optionally memory (RAM). This powerful feature allows system administrators to create instant restore points before making changes, ensuring they can quickly revert to a known good state if something goes wrong.

How to install Proxmox Server 9 on Your Home Server 2025
Proxmox released version 9 in early August 2025, and it’s the best release yet for home server enthusiasts. In this article, I’ll guide you through the installation process using a Dell PowerEdge server — though the same steps work for most hardware.

Proxmox Docker – Should You Use a VM or LXC Container?
Docker is a lightweight containerization platform that lets you run isolated applications without the overhead of virtual machines. It’s widely used in DevOps, homelabs, and testing environments.

Windows Server Core Pros and Cons – What 393 Sysadmins Think in 2025
If you’re evaluating Windows Server Core, understanding the real-world pros and cons is essential. That’s why I asked 393 sysadmins on Reddit to share their

Windows Server Core: The Ultimate Guide to Microsoft’s Minimal Server Installation
In today’s cloud-first world, every megabyte of disk space and every potential security vulnerability matters. What if you could reduce your server’s attack surface by up to 70% while cutting resource usage in half?

Best Server for Home Lab 2025: Rack, Tower & Refurbished Options Compared
A home lab is great for getting hands-on experience with different technologies. It is the ideal setup for testing products or configurations in a quiet environment.

Proxmox Cluster 2 Nodes – How a QDevice Can Improve Quorum Stability
Setting up a Proxmox cluster 2 nodes is common in homelab and production environments for small businesses with limited resources. Whether it’s due to budget limitations, power constraints, or simply a lack of space, adding a third physical node isn’t always feasible, especially for non-enterprise environments.

Elementor Free vs Pro: Which Version Is Right for You? (2025 Comparison)
If you’re searching for a website builder that doesn’t require coding, Elementor is a great option. It\’s a page builder that lets you create your WordPress site from scratch using a simple drag-and-drop interface. The best part is that you can start with the free version of Elementor and then upgrade to Elementor Pro later.
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I’m passionate about bridging the gap between tech and finance. Whether I’m advising on server infrastructure or managing accounting for small firms, I bring precision and curiosity to every project.