5 reasons I prefer using modern hardware in my home lab rather than old server parts
Outdated server hardware may have a lower upfront cost, but modern equipment offers plenty of perks
Ask any home lab enthusiast about their setup, and you’ll probably hear them ramble about second-hand server hardware. After all, a huge number of CPU cores and tons of (ECC-compatible) memory slots go a long way in enhancing your virtualization projects. Heck, I use a dual Xeon system as my primary workstation, and even contemplated buying additional server-grade equipment as a graduation gift for myself.
