

If for example the server is actually a computer in the LAN and maybe it’s also his media server and his backup server then potentially any compromise could lead to his personal information leaked and or other computers in the LAN compromised.
So what could actually happen? His personal photos and passwords and accounts can be leaked or taken over. He could be spied on by accessing his webcam. A lot of things could go wrong.
You are right. Learning by doing is awesome. Just be sure to do it in a safe way. Get a VPC. Do it there. No personal information, no access to other services. Just this service, just for this purpose. Worst case scenario, if it’s taken over, the only thing that’s harmed is the forum itself. Which is not the end of the world, I’m guessing.
Robots walking through the streets of new York, shooting lasers at any traffic light or fire hydrant they suspect
Llama88.01-i8739372673: “Does that leaf look off to you?”
GPT67.89-i873963847: “Yeah, but probably just a natural mutation”
The leaf: