Using a MikroTik as a home router

The Adafruit Blog is reporting on a homelab project using a MikroTik router. The builder wanted better control over their home network—frustrated with ISP-provided routers' performance and security. The chosen equipment is the MikroTik L009UiGS-RM, which offers multiple Gigabit Ethernet ports for wired connections and Power-over-Ethernet to run accessories without extra power cables. Per the Adafruit coverage, this setup is the foundation of a broader homelab series exploring comprehensive home networking solutions.

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