[NTLUG:Discuss] Cheap Server for Linux Webserver

[Steve Baker]

Stuart Johnston wrote:
> I need to buy a server to run a website (mod_perl).  I don't want to 
> spend any more than $800 and $600 would be more realistic.  Dell has 
> servers starting at $400 but I've had bad experiences with Dell.
> 
> I know that it is probably a 'get what you pay for' kind of thing but I 
> was wondering if anyone had any suggestions an how to get the most bang 
> for the buck when it comes to servers.  I've considered buying used - 
> any thoughts there?  Some place local would be cool.

Dunno what your needs are - but I'd start off with a $199 box at WalMart
and just install Linux on it.

Now, I'm guessing you'll say that's not enough [CPU|RAM|DISK] ... but
is that really true?  Unless you have REALLY fast Internet connection,
even a slow PC can easily keep up.

Are you anticipating running a lot of server-side CGI programs or
something?   Do you think you'll have terabytes of data on your web
site?

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