Make my own web server...

[FredT]

Hi,

A while ago I started a thread asking about web hosts and how many MySQL databases I might need from that host. I thought I was all set when all of a sudden I came up with a crazy new idea.

What if I made my very own server... right in the convenience of my home?

I figured I may as well put one of the ol' computers in my basement to use and install Apache on it! Connect it to the internet and it is like having a dedicated hosting plan... FREE! No limitations... (besides disk space and stuff... you know, but databases and all that... as many as I want).

I Googled and found a bunch of tutorials on how to do it, so I know it is possible.

When something seems too good to be true, it usually is. Is this the case here? What are the fatal flaws in my plan?

[sobeit]

before you setup your own server, you need to read the terms of use for your internet connection. most isps do not allow it unless you purchase a business account. If they find you violating their policy, they will cut your internet off.

One other thing about a home server, it can be very slow and you will not be able to handle that many connections.

[FredT]

Ok, thanks.

I will look in to this

[Redcore]

Most of the time home servers are slower - especially when you get a lot of traffic. Good hosting companies are set up in data centers (typically located along major backbones within most large cities, like Chicago, Sacramento, New York City, etc)

I personally use a hosting company - but I know a lot of developers who use their own servers at home. They are on high-grade ISP connections though.