Why This Is Critical The input chain governs access to your router itself — the Winbox interface, SSH terminal, web admin panel (WebFig), DNS, and more. If this […]
Mikrotik
Address Lists for Humans (and Hackers) MikroTik
Grouping IPs the Smart Way in Your MikroTik Firewall Let’s face it — if you’ve ever tried managing a firewall with individual IP rules, you know it gets […]
Mikrotik
Initial Setup: Clean the Slate and Prepare for Real Protection
Let’s be honest — most MikroTik routers out there are running with some half-baked default config and leftover rules that nobody fully understands. We’re not going to build […]
Mikrotik
How MikroTik Firewall Works (and Why You Need to Understand It)
If you’re coming from consumer-grade routers, you might be used to «firewall» meaning just a checkbox labeled «Enable Security.» MikroTik is a whole different world. In MikroTik, you […]
Mikrotik
How to Set Up WireGuard VPN on MikroTik — Real-World Guide (2025)
Want to connect to your home network from anywhere? Or route all your MikroTik traffic through a VPS with a static IP? Then WireGuard is your best friend. […]
Docker / Proxmox / Traefik
Running Traefik in an LXC Container (Part 2): Docker Integration & Service Discovery
Introduction Modern web infrastructure demands seamless automation, flexible security, and robust observability across every layer. Traefik, with its dynamic routing and native cloud provider integrations, is a top-tier […]
Docker / Proxmox / Traefik
Running Traefik in an LXC Container (Part 1): Lightweight Reverse Proxy on Proxmox
Introduction Architecting self-hosted environments often means juggling security, automation, and developer productivity. One core element of modern web infrastructure is the reverse proxy—a front-line component that routes, authenticates, […]
Proxmox / Ubuntu
How to Install and Use Cloud-Init with Proxmox VE: A Modern Infrastructure Approach
Introduction Modern IT infrastructure thrives on automation, scalability, and repeatable configurations. Whether deploying at scale on-premises or in the cloud, administrators seek tools that streamline VM provisioning and […]
Fedora Server / Proxmox
Comprehensive Guide to Installing Fedora Server 42
Fedora Server 42 is a robust, secure, and modern Linux operating system tailored for server environments. This guide will walk you through every step of the installation process—from […]
Docker / Proxmox / Traefik
Self-Hosting Linkwarden: Secure Bookmarking on Your Own Server
Tired of losing important links or depending on third-party services like Pocket or Raindrop? Linkwarden is a privacy-friendly, self-hosted alternative that lets you store, organize, and search bookmarks […]