Thread: *HELP* Own web-server @ HOME

I am thinking to host a simple ASP.Net based website where people can log in and read old Indian books (in simple html pages) for free.
I am having a higher end machine and windows 2003 Standard edition and huge backup UPS. (so hardware side is fulfilled)
What I am planning to use is BSNL 8Mbps Business 4000 plan initially. Specifications below:-
Bandwidth :- 1 Mbps/ Upton 8 Mbps
Static IP address = one
Domain name = one
I have few questions
1. Is the bandwidth is sufficient for user to log in and view html pages.( I suppose about 50 users initially)
2. Bsnl says it provide Domain Name( that should mean I can have my site name as "indianbooks.in") or I have to pay some charges for it to some other authority.
3. Can my server be used as a email server (to send my users free Email alerts about new books). If so can you guide me how.
4. And last how to use static IP to configure my IIS in windows 2003 so that my website can go on-line.
If any other suggestion…please provide me.

A1. Bandwidth would be enough if they are plain text pages, 50 users would not be a problem.
A2. I would suggest, you buy domain name from someone else. If you want to change ISP's later in time this would be very easy for you.
A3. Yes, your server can be used to send out emails aslo provided you make a script for doing so.
A4. I dont have much idea about windows servers but you can try google, i am sure you will find tons of help there

Originally Posted by rakesh_sharma23

I am thinking to host a simple ASP.Net based website where people can log in and read old Indian books (in simple html pages) for free.
I am having a higher end machine and windows 2003 Standard edition and huge backup UPS. (so hardware side is fulfilled)
What I am planning to use is BSNL 8Mbps Business 4000 plan initially. Specifications below:-
Bandwidth :- 1 Mbps/ Upton 8 Mbps
Static IP address = one
Domain name = one
I have few questions
1. Is the bandwidth is sufficient for user to log in and view html pages.( I suppose about 50 users initially)
2. Bsnl says it provide Domain Name( that should mean I can have my site name as "indianbooks.in") or I have to pay some charges for it to some other authority.
3. Can my server be used as a email server (to send my users free Email alerts about new books). If so can you guide me how.
4. And last how to use static IP to configure my IIS in windows 2003 so that my website can go on-line.
If any other suggestion…please provide me.

I would personally not recommend you to host your website on your personal computing machine. There are lot of factors involved in the management of the server (in your case your PC).Security upgrades, patches etc. are some of the important aspects that need dedicated people to take care of. You can instead search for managed web hosting provider who offer services at cheaper rates.

I will also suggest that you sign for hosted site on a service provider such as Host Gator.