moot

That was easy to turn upside-down :)

morn

So... toying with the idea of getting new server hardware and Windows Server 2016 licenses for a home lab (probably a Standard 16-core server license pack and one user CAL). An actual purchase is extraordinarily unlikely at this point, but what do I need to know?

If I do this, I will probably run out of money, but who cares if it gets me the certs I need to get an IT job?

Also... with people talking about how essential a home lab is for those in the industry, this reminds me of the stress factor.

!!/adminspotting

Should I pick a different career path instead?

Anyone?

@bwDraco What is your goal with your home lab?

Would you be OK with ripping it down and redoing it every 6 months?

Well... I'd rather not have to take down and rebuild machines FWIW, but that itself can be a learning experience. I'd probably maintain a fully-licensed system (funding permitting) anyway.