Write Better Firewall Rules in OPNsense using Aliases
When you first learned to write firewall rules in OPNsense, you may have simply used the pre-defined aliases for the network interfaces/ports and IP …
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Build a Compact Raspberry Pi Zero Powered Music Player
In my children’s bedrooms, we use old iPhones to play quiet music at bedtime and at nap time. However, the kids are very tempted to play with …
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Configure Plex Media Server to Allow Offline Access
I have been running Plex Media Server for quite a few years and enjoy self hosting all of my family’s media files. With self hosting, you do not …
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Use Static Routing to Second OPNsense Router with NAT Disabled for a Homelab
Originally I wanted to write about how to use a second OPNsense router two different ways: with NAT and without NAT. After digging into it further, I …
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How to Create a Basic DMZ (Demilitarized Zone) Network in OPNsense
A DMZ (demilitarized zone) is a segmented part of a network that is used to host all publicly accessible websites and services. The intention is to …
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How to Access Your Modem's Web Interface with OPNsense
Modems have a web-based interface which allows you to view information about the status of your modem including signal strength and quality as well as …
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Deploy Nginx Proxy Manager in a DMZ with OPNsense
The topic of reverse proxies can be difficult or confusing to understand when you are new to the concept. Understanding when you might want to use a …
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How to Configure OPNsense for a Directly Connected PC or Server
One of the most common ways to set up a home network with OPNsense is to use the following configuration: Internet > modem > OPNsense > …
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