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Homelab: Hosting multiple Game Servers on a Single Mini PC When my electricity bill jumped by $60 after running my first gaming server rig for a month, I knew I had a problem to solve. That power-hungry desktop was heating up my room and emptying my wallet at the same time. If you’re looking to host multiple game servers without the punishing electricity costs, you’ve found the right guide. After three years of trial and error, I’ve refined a setup that can run DayZ, Project Zomboid, Valheim, and other demanding multiplayer games simultaneously on a single, efficient mini PC....

Most of us have a drawer (or a box) stuffed with old gadgets—a sort of tech graveyard we can’t quite bring ourselves to throw out. You know the one I’m talking about: that chaotic nest of tangled cables, forgotten adapters, and mysterious dongles that looks like a digital snake pit (yeah, exactly like that mess in the photo below). One day, while rummaging through my stash of dusty chargers and questionable cables, I found my trusty Kindle Paperwhite 7....

The Ultimate Guide to Running a Minecraft Server on a Mini PC (2025 Edition) Listen up, fellow block enthusiasts! So, you want to run your own Minecraft server but don’t want a PC the size of a small refrigerator hogging your desk? Been there, done that, got the electricity bill to prove it. After countless hours of testing (and maybe a few rage quits), I’ve figured out how to make these adorable little computers run Minecraft servers like champs....

Looking for the Perfect Mini PC for Your Home Lab? Here’s My 2025 Guide Hey there, tech enthusiasts! If you’re looking to build or upgrade your home lab in 2025, you’re in for a treat. I’ve spent countless hours testing and comparing the latest mini PCs, and I’m here to share everything you need to know about choosing the perfect compact powerhouse for your setup. Why I Love Mini PCs for Home Labs (And You Will Too!...