TrueNAS Podcast
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Your go-to source for expert insights, industry trends, and deep dives into open-source storage solutions. Hosted by the TrueNAS team, each episode features discussions with engineers, developers, and IT professionals, covering everything from ZFS advancements to enterprise storage best practices. Whether you’re a seasoned sysadmin or just exploring TrueNAS, T3 delivers valuable knowledge to help you optimize and innovate your storage infrastructure
T3 Tech Talk Ep.10: TrueNAS Community Edition Questions, Incus VMs, Linux Gaming in 2025
Big news! The latest TrueNAS Tech Talk dives into the launch of TrueNAS Community Edition.
Kris and Chris break down what it means for users, how it compares to previous editions, and what’s next for TrueNAS!
Plus, new Incus VM features in Fangtooth 25.04 and a look at the biggest gaming hardware from CES 2025.
Will 2025 finally be the Year of the Linux Gaming Desktop? Tune in to hear our thoughts!
T3 Tech Talk Ep.9: To Swap or Not To Swap?
We’re back for 2025! Kris & Chris break down swap usage on TrueNAS (why it’s no longer a default) and share 24.10.1 adoption stats. Tune in for insights on system performance, bug fixes, and community-driven apps.
T3 Tech Talk Ep.8: Year in Review & 2025 Preview
In the final T3 episode of 2024, Kris and Chris recap the year’s milestones, including TrueNAS SCALE’s growth, Electric Eel’s success, and the upcoming TrueNAS 25.04 (Fangtooth) release. They bust myths on SLOG sizing, the 80% rule in ZFS, and highlight the new Incus/LXC container support with a live demo. Stay tuned for exciting features coming in 2025, including enhanced VM and container integration!
T3 Tech Talk Ep.7: ECC vs. Non-ECC RAM for TrueNAS
Kris and Chris tackle the age-old question: Do you really need ECC RAM for TrueNAS? They break down myths, risk factors, and real-world use cases, sharing poll results and expert insights. Plus, a quick TrueNAS 24.10.1 update, NVIDIA driver improvements, and a look at Linux gaming.
Key Topics Covered
✅ ECC vs. Non-ECC Poll Results – What the community thinks
✅ Debunking Myths – Is ECC really required for ZFS?
✅ Risk Assessment – When ECC matters and when it doesn’t
✅ TrueNAS 24.10.1 Update – Key fixes & improvements
✅ Gaming on Linux – Kris’ switch from Windows
T3 Tech Talk Ep.6: HexOS, RAIDZ Expansion & TrueNAS History
Kris and Chris return to discuss the HexOS Beta launch, a RAIDZ expansion speed boost, and Intel Battlemage GPU support in TrueNAS 25.04 (Fangtooth). They also dive into the history of TrueNAS from Solaris to Linux and launch a forum poll on ECC vs. non-ECC memory. Watch now and join the discussion!