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Level Up Your Local Cloud: Introducing Olares 1.12.0

Okay, let’s be honest, building your own cloud can feel…well, a little daunting at first. But what if I told you there’s a way to do it that’s actually pretty straightforward? I’ve been diving deep into Olares, and the latest release, 1.12.0, is a huge step forward. Let’s break down what’s new and why you should be excited.

So, what exactly *is* Olares? Basically, it’s an open-source personal cloud OS. Think of it as your own little server, running right on your computer. You can host AI services, keep your data totally private, automate your smart home, and even run decentralized apps – all without relying on those big, centralized cloud providers. It’s about taking control, and it’s actually surprisingly accessible.

What’s Changed in Olares 1.12.0?

This release is packed with improvements, and the team really listened to the community. They’ve focused on making Olares even more powerful and user-friendly. Here’s a rundown of the big changes:

Multi-Node & Multi-Mode GPU Management

If you’re into AI – and let’s be honest, who isn’t these days – this is a game-changer. Olares 1.12.0 lets you pool GPUs from multiple computers (multi-node) and control them from a single interface. Imagine running complex AI tasks across your whole network, efficiently. They’ve implemented time-slicing (dividing up tasks), memory-slicing (spreading resources), and even exclusive app modes for maximum performance. Plus, CUDA support is now up to version 12.9 – meaning it’s compatible with the latest AI frameworks.

Native Backup & Restore

Seriously, this has been a long time coming! The built-in Backup & Restore feature is finally here. You can create full and incremental backups of your critical directories and apps. They’ve even made it easy to schedule backups to local storage, external drives, or even S3-compatible object storage. It’s incredibly reassuring to know you can easily recover your data in case of a problem – and it’s so much more convenient than relying on external backup solutions.

Unified Identity with LLDAP

The old KubeSphere token system is gone! Olares 1.12.0 uses a proper LLDAP-based identity management system. This means a single source of truth for your user accounts, built-in Two-Factor Authentication (2FA using TOTP), and a solid foundation for integrating with other apps. It’s a much more secure and manageable system.

Unified Access (RIP .local)

Say goodbye to the .local domain! It’s been retired. Now, everything resolves through a single, consistent address: app.<username>.olares.com. It’s a subtle change, but it simplifies access and makes things a little more straightforward.

Dashboard 2.0: Deeper Insights

The new Dashboard gives you real-time insights into GPU and network usage, right on the home screen. You can also see CPU, memory, Pods, and disk space. It’s incredibly helpful for monitoring performance and troubleshooting issues.

Redesigned Settings App

The entire Settings interface has been redesigned with cleaner categories and dedicated sections for Backup & Restore, VPN, Network, and GPU. It’s much easier to find what you’re looking for.

Upgraded App Market

The Market now features app search, new app categories, and proper status feedback for tracking installation progress. Finding and installing apps is now much smoother.

Rock-Solid Core Infrastructure

The underlying stack has been upgraded – including Kubernetes (version 1.32.3), etcd (version 3.5.18), containerd (version 2.1.3), and Helm (version 3.18.4). These upgrades improve stability, performance, and security.

Other Goodies

• Reduced memory footprint per user
• Multi-admin for flexible multi-user and permission setups
• Refactored file-service APIs for faster, fewer edge-case timeouts
• More reliable and timely notification delivery
• eBPF-powered observability for deep system diagnostics
• Guaranteed seamless upgrades between consecutive versions

Conclusion

Olares 1.12.0 is a significant step forward. The team has listened to the community and delivered a release packed with improvements. If you’ve been considering building your own local cloud, now’s a great time to give it a try. I’m incredibly grateful for the support, feedback, and patience from everyone – especially over the past six months. Let me know what you think!