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Choosing the Right NAS for Home and Small Office Use in 2026 - drewbinsky - 01-05-2026 Hi everyone, I’m planning to upgrade my home and small office storage setup, and I’m looking for advice on selecting the right NAS. I want a solution that balances performance, reliability, and cost, and supports features like remote access, automated backups, and media streaming. I’ve narrowed my choices down to a few brands, including Synology, QNAP, and ASUSTOR, but I’m not sure which models are currently recommended for 2026. My usage would include: Daily file storage and organization Backups for multiple PCs and mobile devices Media streaming (video and music) to smart TVs Occasional light virtualization (VMs) I’d love to hear your recommendations on: Which NAS models offer the best value in 2026 for home/SMB use? Important features I should prioritize agario (beyond storage capacity and speed). Any tips for setting up automated backups and media streaming efficiently. Thanks in advance for your advice!