Server Q's -

Hi Jes!

There are a few things I would suggest thinking about.

1. If you do this, there is a LOT of information you need to be able to run a web hosting service. There is so much to learn about servers, and all of that stuff.

2. You are going to need some big bucks to get started.

3. Or you can do it other ways and make it a lot easier.

- You can join a referral program.
- You can be a reseller for someone.

I would suggest doing the things listed above or find something else. There are so many hosting companies, it's really hard trying to get your foot planted in this type of field now.

Go for it if you have hundreds of dollars to spend. You need a server, lines, support, knowledge, server manual, site designed, accounting department, merchant account, technicians to install the accounts, much more.

HTH

Curtis

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These out of the box packages are more pratical that reseller programs, or installing your own lines and staffing the office where you will contain your network.
Starting your own network, look to spend atleast $25,000 at a bare minimum before you even resemble a Network Operations Center. T3 NOC's your looking at $50,000 startup, and minimum $7000 per month for the loop and 3-5mbps bandwidth..not to even mention regular costs of operation (insurance, rent, equipment)...

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Hi Curtis,

and thanks for your reply

We do have some of the skills needed already and some money to spend.
So...do you or anyone else have any kind of answer to the question I had above?

//Jes