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own situation and constraints. For the purpose of this guide we will make the following assumptions:
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- 💻 User already has their own hardware
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- 💸 Budget is $0
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- 💸 Budget for new hardware, software, or services is $0
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- 🛠️ FOSS tools should be prioritized where possible
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- 📜 We define `Self-Hosting` in this context to refer to a user taking responsibility for the
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operating-system level configuration and life-cycle-management of a given compute resource (metal,
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on-prem, cloud VM, VPS etc...)
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## Power Consumption
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Hosting your own runners also comes with an increase in power consumption. This will vary based on
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the hardware you use and the prices of energy in your area. Below are some useful resources for
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discovering the potential energy costs of self-hosting.
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- https://outervision.com/power-supply-calculator
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- https://energyusecalculator.com/electricity_computer.htm
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## Requirements
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This guide is tested on devices which meet the following requirements:

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