Homelab Network Setup Use this skill to design a home or small-lab network that can grow without needing a full rebuild. When to Use - Planning a new home network or redesigning an ISP-router-only setup. - Choosing gateway, switch, and access point roles. - Designing IP ranges, DHCP scopes, static reservations, and DNS. - Preparing for future VLANs, Pi-hole, NAS, lab servers, or VPN access. - Troubleshooting a new network that has double NAT, unstable Wi-Fi, or changing server addresses. How It Works Start by separating device roles: Pick a gateway that matches the operator, not just the feat…