Hello list, I've started thinking seriously about getting things going in order to rake in a bit of a proffit. I don't know a ton, but I know enough to do custom web design, software development etc on some platforms. I'd like to make use of that knowledge to start making some cash. I am lacking in some linux expertees, but I would be really greatful if some pointers could be tossed my way. So, past all the talk, here's what I want to do. I want to set this up as a dedicated server. I'll switch to a real one eventually, but that's a ways off, and a few checks in my pocket. I need to be able to do the following (and probably more) Offer support for managing domains. Not management totally, but if x points their domain at my system, I need to know it's different from y and serve it differently. I'm not totally sure how that's done. My main example would be for websites, and ports. I expect that port a would be the same as port b for both domains, but I'm not totally sure on that one. My idea there is to just obtain a static IP, and open ports for a user as needed, or as alotted. Second, I need to be able to track bandwidth, and securely send and receive email. I know ssl won't be an option until down the road (and I can get a signed cert), but I need to be able to handle this well and without problems. Ideas, programs, links, anything would be welcome. I'm pretty serious about getting this going, so any help is appriciated. I'd like to take my knowledge and turn it into a hobby, at least. For me that means I would be able to successfully handle customers, and bring in enough cash to offset the expenses, and maybe make a few bucks here and there. On the up side, I'd like to turn it into a source of income. I think for now, the dedicated server hosting here would be the best route, until I can afford a better setup. It'll also allow me to familiarize myself with the setup and how things work before i get a dedicated server and have everything configured for me. Thanks, Tyler Littlefield email: tyler at tysdomain.com web: tysdomain-com Visit for quality software and web design. skype: st8amnd2005
