Jellyfin is a fully open-source media server and a popular alternative to Emby and Plex. It costs nothing, has no premium features locked behind subscriptions, and works great on Raspberry Pi systems. This article explains how to install Jellyfin, what it can be used for, and whether the Raspberry Pi is capable of transcoding video […]
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Plex is one of the most popular media server platforms in the world, offering beautiful interfaces, smart metadata, streaming apps, and remote access. Running Plex on a Raspberry Pi gives you a low-cost, always-on media server for your home. This guide explains how to install Plex, what you can do with it, and whether a
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Emby is a popular media server solution that lets you organize, stream, and manage your movies, TV shows, music, and photos across all your devices. Running Emby on a Raspberry Pi is an affordable, low-power way to build your own home media server. This guide explains how to install Emby, what you can use it
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Raspberry Pi devices support both 32-bit and 64-bit operating systems, depending on the model and the OS image you installed. Knowing which version you are running is important for installing compatible software, optimizing performance, and troubleshooting issues. Here are the easiest ways to check whether your Raspberry Pi OS is 32-bit or 64-bit. 1. Check
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If you own a Raspberry Pi and want to confirm exactly which model it is, there are several quick and reliable ways to check. This guide walks you through methods that work whether the device is powered on, still in the box, or already running an operating system. 1. Check the Physical Board Every Raspberry
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Cross-Origin Resource Sharing (CORS) is a security feature implemented by web browsers that restricts how resources on a web server can be accessed from different origins. By default, browsers block cross-origin requests due to the Same-Origin Policy (SOP). CORS allows web servers to declare who can access their resources and under what conditions. Why CORS
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Whether a Raspberry Pi needs a fan depends on how you intend to use it and the specific model of Raspberry Pi you have. Here are some factors to consider: If you decide to use a fan, you can either purchase a case that includes a fan or attach a fan to the case yourself.
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Adding an SSD to your Raspberry Pi can significantly improve its performance and increase storage capacity. Here’s a step-by-step guide to help you add an SSD to your Raspberry Pi: Prerequisites Before you begin, you will need the following: Some SSDs can be powered using the USB port; so check up before buying! Step 1:
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DHT22 is a digital temperature and humidity sensor that can be used with the Raspberry Pi. It’s a low-cost, easy-to-use sensor that provides accurate readings of temperature and humidity levels. In this article, we will discuss what DHT22 is and how to utilize it on the Raspberry Pi. What is DHT22? DHT22 is a sensor
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Step 1: Install Speedtest-CLI The first thing you’ll need to do is install a program called Speedtest-CLI on your Raspberry Pi. This program allows you to run speed tests from the command line. To install it, open a terminal window on your Raspberry Pi and enter the following command: This command will download and install
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Step 1: Edit the /Boot/Config.txt File Add the following lines at the bottom of the config.txt file. Step 2: Overclock the Raspberry Pi Step 3. Reduce Kernel Verbose on Boot Omit any lines of codes running down the monitor (if connected). We don’t need the kernel outputting whatever it is doing for a headless Pi.
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Install Tailscale the Easy Way Alternatively Install dependencies Add Tailscale’s package signing key and repository Install Tailscale Authenticate Your Raspberry Pi with Tailscale Network Find Tailscale IPv4 address
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