Homelab

noun

noun ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    A server set up in one's home for the purpose of testing various configurations of hardware, operating systems, etc.

    "Building a homelab can be a fun way to entertain yourself while learning new concepts and experimenting with new technologies. Thanks to the popularity of single-board computers (SBCs), led by the Raspberry Pi, it is easier than ever to build a multi-computer lab right from the comfort of your home."

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"Building a homelab can be a fun way to entertain yourself while learning new concepts and experimenting with new technologies. Thanks to the popularity of single-board computers (SBCs), led by the Raspberry Pi, it is easier than ever to build a multi-computer lab right from the comfort of your home."

Etymology

From home + lab.

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