Our prototype Nextcloud installation is hosted on a Raspberry Pi 4+B
While we have fun building them, breaking, fixing them, and learning how to make them better, we won’t be handling super important stuff.
BUT
Nextcloud is an open-source, self-hosted content collaboration platform that serves as a private alternative to services like Google Drive, Dropbox, and Microsoft 365.
It enables users to store files, calendars, contacts, and photos securely on their own servers or preferred hosting provider, allowing for complete data control, privacy, and synchronization across devices. Nextcloud +5
Key features of Nextcloud include:
- File Sync & Share: Securely store and share files, with desktop and mobile clients available.
- Collaboration Tools: Includes
{Link: Nextcloud Talk https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tqM_wyE54Nc}for video calls/chat, and office suites for real-time document editing. - Self-Hosting & Control: Users can host it on their own hardware (e.g., Raspberry Pi, NAS) or via VPS providers, ensuring data privacy.
- Extensibility: A robust app store offers hundreds of add-ons, including project management tools (Deck), mail, and AI assistants
While I wait for the people who know what they’re doing, I elected to do some decorating and looking around.
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