Here's why you should focus on NAS specs over the OS
The specifications of a NAS play a vital role in what you can do with it, whereas the OS should always come second. Here's why.
Purchasing a turnkey network-attached storage (NAS) enclosure can prove challenging, much as it can with a desktop PC. There are various specifications available, not to mention brands and price points. Is a more expensive prebuilt NAS model guaranteed to outdo a cheaper alternative? What about the operating system? Does it matter when choosing a NAS? To help clear some things up, I'll run through what you should look for when purchasing a prebuilt turnkey NAS from a brand such as Asustor or Synology.
