Jellyfin

What are the least problematic tech options?

I look at the least problematic or ideologically “pure” tech options, from Linux to DRM-free media.

With the increase in problematic media companies and owners, I look at the least problematic streaming services and home video options available.

Plex has announced its lifetime pass price is tripling from $250 to $750 as of July 1. I look at Jellyfin, Emby, and Kodi as Plex alternatives.

Thanks to the AI craze and Trump-era economy, the components of my media server have skyrocketed in price.

With the increasing popularity of self-hosting media, I thought I’d list some basic tips for using Jellyfin as a media server.

I go over what streaming services I use in 2025, including a few changes from last year’s list.

A list of some basic tips on setting up Plex and Jellyfin media servers, including naming media files.

A brief review of Jellyfin, free open source media server software that works as a fine alternative to Plex, even if a bit less polished.