I was looking at jbaldwinrobers post about the home print/file server and didn't want to thread steal.
Has/does anybody here run a home security system? By that I just mean cameras either around/in the house. This is going to be just an idea or though for me for a while yet as we have no place to do this yet.
I was curious on the type of hardware one would need/want for this type of system..
What I had in mind:
UP TO 8 Cameras (expandable to 16)
Recording 2 weeks worth of data (not sure on format/res)
ALSO USING THIS FOR:
File Server
Backup Server
Would not use for printer due to the fact this would sit in a closet of some sort probably in the basement.
OR
1 server for the security stuff and 1 server for the files/backups.
I also saw that jbaldwinroberts was going to use Xubuntu with Samba. I know I would have to check with hardware/software of the Security stuff but would this be a better choice over Server 2003 EE? I already have a copy with CALS(if needed).
I figure Server 2003 EE would be better for the files/backups but overkill in almost every aspect unless I was going to setup a domain which I have before for all of 4 pc's in the house. lol Anyways.. hopefully someone is/has done this and can help. BUT as always thanks for any input and advice!
Thanks,
Outlaw