This talk covers the hardware and software components that are available on a budget and by utilizing free and open source software stacks for the purpose of network monitoring and visibility. Focussed on the home lab or consumer environment but scalable to the enterprise, the solutions discussed show a glimpse of what is possible to become familiar with virtualized networks, threat hunting on the LAN, and network visibility for troubleshooting. Come learn about some technology and open your eyes to the possibilities within!