running web server from home

[watts3000]

I have a roadrunner cable modem I was thinking about running my own e-mail server or website. I have a dynamic ip but I can use dearfields dns2go. To always map my changing ip. What I would like to know is there any way that your cable provider can catch you. Or a better question might be whats the chances of getting caught.

 

[vi edit]

You'll need something that will allow you to run web services on a port besides 80. Most cable companies block all hosting services on ports 80 and 21 to prevent web hosting and FTP hosting.

 

[Need4Speed]

For what its worth ive been running FTP/HTML servers on roadrunner for the past 4 years without incident....

 

[Workin']

I've also been running HTTP, FTP, and mail servers from home on Road Runner for the past few months. Before I signed up, I asked the clueless sales rep if they cared if I ran a server, they said I could do whatever I wanted with it. Somehow I don't think that's entirely true, since it's a residential account, but anyway at least in my location they don't block any ports or anything like that.

 

[watts3000]

What dynamic dns service are you using.

 

[Barnaby W. Füi]

i dont know how roadrunner is, but on most @home connections (and their newly found offspring, i assume) you can actually ignore dhcp and just set it up static. i've gone through 3 different ip/hostnames (for various reasons, moviing, etc) and i've never had conflicts with dhcp trying to change my ip. in fact, the current reason i'm static is because leasing an ip fails, no matter what.

your mileage may vary, but if you've never noticed your ip changing, try setting it up static, if ya feel lucky

 

[JackMDS]

I don?t think it worth the hassle + you violate your contract with RR.

Take a look at this before you get going.

Web Hosting $3.95 a month.

Ther is a Thread concerning this service here:

http://forums3.anandtech.com/messageview.cfm?catid=40&threadid=666962

 

[dbwillis]

I run my web and ftp site off my DSL line with Deerfield (Dns2Go) with no problems.
Im running it off 2000 and on/off with Apache.
Apache was smoother running but a little bit harder to configure as Ive never used it before.
There are alot of free web server apps out on the net, check some out and tyr em, Im sure others here can provide more insight

 

[Workin']

I use dns2go. Works great.

<< I don?t think it worth the hassle + you violate your contract with RR. >>

My contract with RR doesn't say anything about servers being prohibited. Of course it doesn't say they are allowed, either.

As far as it being worth the hassle, well, if what you want is a dead-solid reliable web hosting then you're right. But there is more than a little satisfaction in doing it yourself, and it certainly is a learning experience. Some might even say it is fun. I know I enjoy doing it all myself. However, my business site is hosted by a commercial provider, because I need it to work all the time. My home sites are just for fun, and are a good place to try out various server-side settings and stuff that a web host either won't do or can't do.

 

[skeletal29]

yea they dont really do anything.......they talk so much bull on their contract about how they dont want us to but me and my friend have them set up for a couple years(2) now and no one said anythng...

oh and another thing.....they dont say they will fine us or anything like that if they do catch us so there is no bid deal....the worst they can do is they cancel the service but who cares...here in nyc a sh** load of other companies will be running after me to sign up with them!

 

[blstriker]

It's not a good idea to run a webserver from home if your ISP specifically bans it in their TOS. I'm not sure what they'll do, but it's not a good idea. If you really want to run a webserver from home, then start searching for a dsl/cable isp that allows servers on their network.

 

[lorlabnew]

I remember that @home used to run regular portscans for NNTP (news) service on port 119, usually 2-3x a day (been with them 3 years). There were no portscans originating from them on any other ports (at least I didn't detect them).

The up speeds are heavily capped anyway, so I think they really shouldn't care.