This free Google Drive alternative keeps your files private - and local

ZimaOS is a lightweight, Linux-based NAS solution reviewed by ZDNET that is easy to install and use on spare PCs, Raspberry Pi, or VMs; the article walks through downloading and installing the image, accessing the web dashboard, creating and sharing folders via Samba, adding users and permissions, and expanding functionality through apps (including local AI tools). The review emphasizes simplicity, local privacy benefits, and recommended setup steps like adding folders to Time Machine for rollback.