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  1. Pi-hole is a multi-platform, network-wide ad blocker.
    Pricing:
    • Open Source
    Pi-Hole - I have Pi-Hole running in a docker container on my server. My router then uses Pi-Hole as it's DNS provider. This blocks all adverts and trackers going across my network. There are still some that get through like YouTube ads but it blocks the majority including Google Analytics.

    #Security & Privacy #Ad Blockers #Threat Detection And Prevention 1185 social mentions

  2. With Nextcloud enterprises host their own secure cloud solution for storage, collaboration & communication from any device, anywhere.
    Pricing:
    • Open Source
    NextCloud - Once I have my Unraid NAS up and running I will be setting up NextCloud for the whole family. This way I can get my unencrypted files and photos off of services such as Dropbox and iCloud.

    #Cloud Storage #File Sharing #Encrypted Cloud Storage 283 social mentions

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    Free and open fair-code licensed node based Workflow Automation Tool. Easily automate tasks across different services.
    Pricing:
    • Open Source
    • Freemium
    • Free Trial
    • $20.0 / Monthly
    N8N - anything that I would have used Zapier or IFTTT for I now use N8N. It is a bit harder to use but more powerful.

    #Automation #Web Service Automation #Workflow Automation 168 social mentions

  4. Matrix is an open standard for decentralized persistent communication over IP.
    Pricing:
    • Open Source
    Matrix - I currently have my family chat on WhatsApp, but I plan to give my daughters tablets for Xmas and I want them to have a way to chat with family without needing to have a phone number or signup to WhatsApp.

    #Communication #Group Chat & Notifications #Messaging 582 social mentions

  5. KeePass is an open source password manager. Passwords can be stored in highly-encrypted databases, which can be unlocked with one master password or key file.
    Pricing:
    • Open Source
    I also tried out KeePass for a little bit but prefer the BitWarden apps. The key thing here is don't store your passwords in the cloud as they are massive target for hackers.

    #Security & Privacy #Password Management #Password Managers 206 social mentions

  6. A new generation cross-platform cloud backup tool
    Pricing:
    • Open Source
    Having all your data in one place isn't wise though, so I am planning on storing encrypted backups on Dropbox and Backblaze B2 using Duplicity so that I am following the 3-2-1 backup rule.

    #File Sharing And Backup #Backup #Backup & Restore 78 social mentions

  7. SearXNG is a free internet metasearch engine which aggregates results from various search services and databases. Users are neither tracked nor profiled.
    Pricing:
    • Open Source
    I have switched over to using DuckDuckGo as my main search engine, but I may set up SearNGX behind a VPN in the future.

    #Search Engine #Internet Search #Private Search Engine 10 social mentions

  8. Bitwarden is a free and open source password management solution for individuals, teams, and business organizations.
    Pricing:
    • Open Source
    • Freemium
    • $10.0 / Annually (Premium)
    I have now switched to using the BitWarden app with the self-hosted VaultWarden server. I have set it up, so my passwords are only accessible when connected to my home network either physically or with a VPN (I am using tailscale for this).

    #Password Managers #Password Management #Security & Privacy 604 social mentions

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