question on hosting - 10/07/05 07:50 AM
Currently I am hosting my web site with a company that offers php and mysql. Its costing around 15 bucks a month. I get several email accounts, can check stats etc.
Currently my web site contains simple forms that will be placed in a mysql database via php.
Heres the question. I realized that my mac will work as a perfect host. I have php, and apache. I have hosted sites before on this mac and have never had any issues.
Is it worth saving the 15 bucks a month or so and host the site myself? I like the stats but I figure there are scripts I can write (or borrow till i learn to write) to get the stats.
Is there something im missing? Is there a reason I choose to throw away the cash?
Just wanted your guys input.
Currently my web site contains simple forms that will be placed in a mysql database via php.
Heres the question. I realized that my mac will work as a perfect host. I have php, and apache. I have hosted sites before on this mac and have never had any issues.
Is it worth saving the 15 bucks a month or so and host the site myself? I like the stats but I figure there are scripts I can write (or borrow till i learn to write) to get the stats.
Is there something im missing? Is there a reason I choose to throw away the cash?
Just wanted your guys input.