[plug] #2 Website - Linux newbie

[wayne]

On Saturday, June 15, 2002 12:17 AM
John replied:
> There is of course the option of using an online host like tripod.com or
> something similar, but I assume you want to get into the nitty gritty,
yes?
>
> >

Hello, John!

Lovely idea - didn't know about it!

Yes; I want to get to the nitty-gritty of hosting (alternatives) for
databases and webservers and firewalls and mail and and and "ad
infinitum"....

Regards,
wayne.

----- Original Message -----
> >Q.
> >I need to develop Web skills and would like to host a very modest
> >Website.  What are the minimum (services) I need to get?  From where?
And
> >cost?  (eg I need a static IP address - from Telstra? An ISP dial-in
> >account? etc.)  In other words what are the necessary steps to the
process
> >before the configuration becomes important?
> >
> >Any recommendations on Supplier (techniques and cost) & Linux
configuration
> >welcome.
> >
> >Maybe we could have a comment from each who has done this successfully?
> >
> >Any comments gratefully accepted.
> >
> >Regards to all,
> >wayne
>