LEVEL 2 NETWORKING
BUILD YOUR
HOME LAB
Move beyond consumer router limitations. Learn enterprise concepts like VLANs, firewalls, and self-hosted services.
Firewall Basics
Introduction to pfSense and OPNsense. Why you might want to replace your ISP router with a dedicated firewall.
Read Guide →VLAN Segmentation
Keep your IoT lightbulbs away from your bank details. A complete guide to setting up Virtual LANs.
Read Guide →Self-Hosting (NAS)
Stop relying on the cloud. Host your own media, files, and password managers securely.
Read Guide →The Lab Roadmap
Assess Needs
Do you need a full rack or just a Raspberry Pi? Determining your goals.
The Hardware
Refurbished thin clients vs new builds. Finding efficient hardware.
First Service
Setting up Pi-hole or AdGuard Home for network-wide ad blocking.
Network Upgrade
Adding a managed switch and wireless access points.