Part 1. 8 Best Free and Open source NAS software Here is a list of some best free and open source NAS Operating system available on the Internet. You can build your own NAS Server for your Home Theater by using an old or new server/PC hardware. But if you don't spend hundred of bucks on a NAS, it's also OK. If you want to buy a NAS, Qnap and Synology are two veteran NAS vendors. Designed to support modern life, NAS is your smart, efficient, and up-to-date file storage, backup, entertainment, and secure sharing solution. NAS is purpose-built for 21st Century work and leisure to store more photos, videos, and documents. So where can you store the large movie library? A PC or an external hard disc? Network Attached Storage (NAS) is actually the best choice. Rich media library can make your Home Theater more attractive.