Open Source Server Software
March 20, 2007
Have you ever thought of running your own web server? Maybe saving all that money on hosting plans…
For me, it is enough to keep track of all the different accounts I have domain names under, let alone trying to figure out where they are hosted as well.
Enter Apache Web Server. Apache is an amazing, open source, alternative if you are looking to fire up your own web server. You can run unlimited domains on it (provided you computer meets the minimum requirements) which makes it nice for either a hosting reseller or a business professional.
The downside is you need to have a bit of computer knowledge. I would love to say that it was point and click, but it isn’t. Not saying that it is tremendously difficult, but there is a bit of a learning curve. The beauty of Apache is that everything is documented. Do a simple Google search and your answer is usually right at the top of the pile.
If you are interesting in running Apache, check out their home site. Let me know how everything works! Turning a couple hundred bucks a month for server space into pocket cash is a good thing for any professional!
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