Linux Kernel Performance Tuning — sysctl Optimizations for Homelab Servers

Tune your Linux server kernel for maximum throughput and low latency. Covers TCP BBR, network buffer tuning, I/O schedulers, memory management, and CPU governor configuration with real config files and benchmarks.

May 17, 2026 · 10 min · 2113 words · GnTech

Systemd Service Hardening — Lock Down Linux Services in Your Homelab

Hardening systemd service units in your homelab isn’t just for production servers — it’s how you prevent one compromised service from taking down your entire host. This guide covers sandboxing, capability drops, filesystem isolation, and resource limits with real unit files you can use today.

May 15, 2026 · 12 min · 2405 words · GnTech