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    Server setup...?

    I would like to set up a server in my home but I don't know a thing about it. It's just a regular computer running some kind of server software isn't it? I would like to have my family to be able to access it from around the country. Can that be done without a lot of cash?? I have three computers and a spare 1 GHz box running Windows XP Pro with a 120 Gig HDD connected to the internet through a 3Com cable modem, Linksys router and a Netgear hub.

    Would I need to register a domain name? Is there a free copy of server software floating around out there in cyberspace? And IF I could get it running.... how would my family connect to it?
    Oh, uh, no.... I'm NOT drinking!!! YET!!

    You've got a real dummy here so go easy on me!!

    Any help would be greatly appreciated!
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    well, the domain name isnt required.
    all they would need is your IP address.
    You probably have dynamic IP, which is assigned to you by your ISP and changed every day/few days depending on ISP.
    You could ask your ISP for a static IP which would make it easier for everyone to keep track of.
    as for software, that would depend on how they would connect.
    I would suggest getting some kind of FTP server setup but its all matter of preference.

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    • #3
      if a file server is what you're after, all you need is ftp-server software and an IP addy. If it's behind a router, you will have to make sure you have a port open (usually 21 for FTP) and include it with the IP address when connecting (xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx: 21)

      for software, I recomend FileZilla. It's free and open-source.

      A static IP would be best, but most ISP's will charge extra for it. A dynamic IP would work, but you'll have ppl calling/e-mailing you every time it changes

      You can avoid router headaches by making this server the internet gateway for your home; but that will require 2 NICs amoung other things...

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      • #4
        The solution for dynamic IP: DynDNS or No-ip, go see those sites!
        You will have a static adress that points toward your everchanging ip!

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        • #5
          Thanks for the input kane2g, minibubba and syx :wave:

          I registered to No-IP and have set up IIS in Windows XP Pro.
          No-IP says it may take up to 72 hours for it to start working so I guess I'll just have to wait, huh?

          You guys are the greatest!!!
          :cheers: :cheers: :cheers: :cheers: :cheers:

          Many thanks!!

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