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We've compiled a list of 13 free and paid alternatives to Windows Home Server. The primary competitors include OpenMediaVault, FreeNAS. In addition to these, users also draw comparisons between Windows Home Server and ClearOS, Zentyal, XigmaNAS. Also you can look at other similar options here: OS and Utilities.


OpenMediaVault
Free Open Source

OpenMediaVault is the next generation network attached storage (NAS) solution based on Debian Linux.

FreeNAS is an operating system that can be installed on virtually any hardware platform to share data over a network. FreeNAS is the simplest way to create a centralized and easily accessible place for your data.

ClearOS
Free Open Source

A very good alternative for Windows Server, for free

Zentyal
Free Open Source

Linux directory, domain, mail, gateway and infrastructure server for SMBs.

XigmaNAS
Free Open Source

XigmaNAS (formerly NAS4Free) is a self-hosted Network-Attached Storage solution.

Amahi Home Server
Free Open Source

The Amahi Home Server is designed for home and small office environments where the technical...

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Sophos UTM integrates complete security software within a single appliance.

Windows Home Server, code-named Quattro, is a home server operating system from Microsoft.

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Windows Home Server Overview

Windows Home Server, code-named Quattro, is a home server operating system from Microsoft. Announced on 7 January 2007, at the Consumer Electronics Show by Bill Gates, Windows Home Server is intended to be a solution for homes with multiple connected PCs to offer file sharing, automated backups, and remote access. It is based on Windows Server 2003 Service Pack 2.

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