About Baro Systems
Professional Linux and open source expertise built on 25 years of real-world experience.
Our Story
From Early Adopters to Cloud Specialists
Our journey with Linux and open source began in 2000 when we installed our first Red Hat server and discovered the true power and possibilities of open source technology. What started as experimentation quickly became expertise as we deployed Linux servers for file sharing (Samba), DNS, mail, VoIP, security, and backup solutions.
By 2005, we had rolled out a complete shared hosting platform built entirely with open source software, gaining deep knowledge in complex IT infrastructure, virtualization, networking, high availability, and security.
In 2010, Baro Systems was founded by Pieter Bakker and Dennis Rombaut to formalize this expertise into a dedicated company focused on helping businesses adopt Linux servers, firewalls, and open source infrastructure. When Dennis left at the end of 2012 to pursue other projects, Baro Systems evolved into a specialized Linux and open source service provider with particular focus on cloud-based solutions.
Today, we leverage this 25-year foundation to deliver cloud-agnostic infrastructure using modern containerization (Incus/LXD, Docker), helping organizations break free from vendor lock-in while maintaining complete control over their technology and data.
What Sets Us Apart
Vendor-Independent & Cloud-Agnostic
We’re completely vendor-independent and not biased toward any particular platform or provider. This enables us to approach matters objectively and recommend solutions that truly fit your business goals. While we strongly prefer open source software and open standards, we’re also pragmatic – if proprietary software genuinely serves you better in specific cases, we’ll tell you.
Continuous Research & Testing
We don’t just follow trends. We actively scout the market for emerging open source projects and technologies, continuously testing and evaluating them in real-world scenarios. This means our clients benefit from battle-tested recommendations, not experimental deployments. You get robust, secure, and future-proof solutions backed by hands-on validation.
No Vendor Lock-In
By deploying containerized infrastructure using technologies like Incus/LXD and Docker, we build scalable, secure, cloud-agnostic environments. Your infrastructure can move quickly and easily between different private and public cloud platforms (Hetzner, OVH, AWS, Google Cloud, DigitalOcean, and others), giving you true freedom and negotiating power.
Complete Stack Expertise
Whether you need cloud infrastructure design, self-hosted application deployment, security hardening, or migration from proprietary systems, we handle the complete technology stack. From operating system selection to custom application deployment, we ensure everything is properly installed, secured, and managed.
Our Mission
Bridge the complexity gap between wanting open source benefits and successfully implementing them.
Organizations recognize the advantages of Linux and open source – lower costs, complete control, data privacy, freedom to adapt – but navigating the technical complexity requires specialized expertise. We provide that expertise, helping businesses reclaim control over their technology while reducing costs and improving security.
We believe in empowering clients, not creating dependency. That’s why we build on open standards, provide complete documentation, and ensure you maintain full control. Your success is measured by how confidently you can manage and evolve your infrastructure, not by how locked-in you become to our services.
Our Focus Areas
- Cloud Infrastructure & Architecture – Cloud-agnostic design, containerization, hybrid cloud deployment
- Linux Server Administration – Complete stack management, security hardening, network administration
- Self-Hosted Applications – Application selection, implementation, migration from SaaS platforms
- Strategic Consulting – Architecture validation, technology strategy, staff training
- Security & Compliance – Data sovereignty, privacy compliance, disaster recovery planning
Who We Serve
We work with organizations of all sizes – from startups building their first professional infrastructure to established companies reducing costs and regaining data control. Our clients share common values: they prioritize data privacy, want freedom from vendor lock-in, and seek reliable expertise without the enterprise-level complexity or costs.
How We Work
Remote Delivery, Flexible Engagement
We deliver services remotely with flexible engagement models tailored to your needs – whether complete infrastructure implementation, ongoing managed services, strategic consulting, or staff training.
Your Infrastructure, Your Control
We work with infrastructure you own or rent, typically on hosting providers you choose. You maintain complete ownership and control while we provide expert design, deployment, and management.
European Focus, Global Reach
Based in Antwerp, Belgium, we prioritize European data centers for clients who value data sovereignty and privacy compliance, while serving organizations worldwide.
Ready to Get Started?
Whether you’re planning a new infrastructure deployment, migrating from proprietary systems, or need expert guidance for your existing setup, let’s talk.
[Schedule a Consultation] – Free, no obligations, just honest conversation about what’s right for your organization.
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Baro Systems
Antwerp Area, Belgium
Founded: 2010
Email: info@barosystems.com
LinkedIn: [Pieter Bakker]
Blog: pieterbakker.com
Professional Linux and open source solutions for businesses that value freedom, privacy, and control.