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The Consent Dongle: Zero‑Trust Client Servers with Fedora CoreOS

Scott Tansowny
Linux distributions , Home server , Security

Updated September 9, 2026

I deploy Linux servers for clients many of which are not technical and I don’t want them to worry about learning technical concepts like SSH keys, firewall rules, or package managers. I want to deploy for them a server that works, stays secure, and doesn’t require them to think about it.

Choosing a Linux Distro: Server Edition

Scott Tansowny
Linux distributions , Home server

Updated August 22, 2026

So, you’ve decided to build a home server—a reliable, always-on machine for media streaming, hosting services, or running containers. Choosing which distro to use can be a difficult decision with so many options, each with its own set of advantages and trade-offs.