Verizon FIOS set bandwidth limits?

[xxxInfidelxxx]

I haven't built a website in a LONG time, but like to get one up and running. What's the best way to go about hosting a site? I looked into a Dell server, but the specs looked like just a regular PC...couldn't I just built a new PC that's dedicated to hosting?

Also, anyone know if Verizon caps my monthly bandwidth? If I had some streaming video and lots of hits, would they send me a bill or cut me off? I am just not sure how to get up and running.

 

[talyn00]

Does verizon allow you to host your own webpages on residential lines?

 

[talyn00]

you don't really need specialized equipment to host it yourself, just use an old pc and load linux w/ apache.

 

[imported_Tick]

Why not just use a hosting company? Verizon blocks a lot of server ports, and bans servers, so it may not be a good idea.

 

[ImDonly1]

Most residentials ISPs have it against their terms of service to host a webserver, but if you wanna host one anyway go ahead.

 

[2Xtreme21]

Originally posted by: talyn00
you don't really need specialized equipment to host it yourself, just use an old pc and load linux w/ apache.

You don't even need linux. They make an apache build for Windows and it's rather simple to use.

You shouldn't host it on Verizon though as they could cancel your service.

 

[talyn00]

Originally posted by: 2Xtreme21

Originally posted by: talyn00
you don't really need specialized equipment to host it yourself, just use an old pc and load linux w/ apache.

You don't even need linux. They make an apache build for Windows and it's rather simple to use.

You shouldn't host it on Verizon though as they could cancel your service.

i just don't feel like getting a licensed copy of windows when you can just use linux for free.

 

[xxxInfidelxxx]

Thanks, everyone. It sounds like I should look for a hosting service and not try to sneak one over on Verizon. I would, except we'll probably have 'crib cam' for the grandparents, and I suspect I'll be pushing some bandwidth with photos, movies, straming video, et al.

I did like the idea of building a server, though, and learning the ins and outs of the host side, but....guess I'll look for some cheap hosts. GoDaddy runs ~$4/month with a lot os features. What's the hot hosting company nowadays?

 

[2Xtreme21]

Originally posted by: talyn00

Originally posted by: 2Xtreme21

Originally posted by: talyn00
you don't really need specialized equipment to host it yourself, just use an old pc and load linux w/ apache.

You don't even need linux. They make an apache build for Windows and it's rather simple to use.

You shouldn't host it on Verizon though as they could cancel your service.

i just don't feel like getting a licensed copy of windows when you can just use linux for free.

I was assuming the OP was running on windows and may not be familiar with linux.

 

[imported_Tick]

Originally posted by: 2Xtreme21

Originally posted by: talyn00

Originally posted by: 2Xtreme21

Originally posted by: talyn00
you don't really need specialized equipment to host it yourself, just use an old pc and load linux w/ apache.

You don't even need linux. They make an apache build for Windows and it's rather simple to use.

You shouldn't host it on Verizon though as they could cancel your service.

i just don't feel like getting a licensed copy of windows when you can just use linux for free.

I was assuming the OP was running on windows and may not be familiar with linux.

Oh come on. How hard is it to install Apache. You could probably figure out how to install Apache in klingon.

 

[GTaudiophile]

In my case they block port 80. I have configured Apache to listen on port 8080 for HTTP traffic as well as configure my router accordingly but no dice.

Ports 22 and 443 do work however. Make sure SSL is running and you're fine.

 

[frostedflakes]

If you're just hosting files for family members I don't see a problem. I mean technically it may be against the ToS, but unless you're hosting a large site using excessive amounts of bandwidth, you should be able to stay off the radar. And even though it is a residential service, I think FiOS is meant for the more hardcore of users, so surely they'd be more lenient with use than say your DSL company on a 1.5Mbps connection.