Docker Volumes vs Bind Mounts: Persistent Storage for Homelab

Docker containers are designed to be ephemeral. When you remove a container, everything inside it disappears unless that data lives outside the container’s writable layer. Docker volumes and bind mounts solve that problem. This guide explains when to use each, how to back up persistent data, and how to avoid the most common mistake that … Read more

Homelab Backup Strategy: 3-2-1 Rule, Automation, and Restore Testing

Most homelab backups fail not because the backup tool is bad, but because the backup plan was never tested. A backup that has not been restored is not a backup; it is an archive of hope. This guide covers a realistic backup strategy for homelab servers, from selecting what to back up to automating rotations … Read more