ADSL Server

[Crundy]

Hello,
How do I, and what would I need, to set up a redhat machine to be an ADSL server? C:\DOS:>
C:\DOS:>RUN
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[RhythmAce]

I assume you already have adsl. So actually all you need to do is turn on the servers and do a little configuring. Then point dns to your ip. I know this isn't very specific, but neither was your question. ) Redhat comes with web, mail, ftp and telnet servers and all come with docs.

 

[garwain]

by DSL server you mean actually provide DSL connections? if that's what you mean, then you'll will probably want to contact your TELCO for information, since you'll be using their lines, and need equipment in their regional equipment rooms.

Please tell us a bit more about what you want to do. If we understand your needs, we'll have a better chance of helping you find a solution.

 

[Crundy]

Well, (dim mode on) I presumed I could convert one of the phone lines here to adsl, plug the server into it, and run something like PPPoE on it. Then, from home, I could also convert the phone line to adsl, plug in, and configure my home machine to connect to the server?

I just wanted to know what sort of steps I would have to take to set up the server, and what software you have to have installed.

Is this actually quite a thick question on my part? C:\DOS:>
C:\DOS:>RUN
RUN DOS RUN!!

 

[RhythmAce]

assuming your phone company has dsl available in your area at both ends, you would need special modem or "gateway" to access the internet. DSL is a little like cable in that you are always online and don't need to dial up so no need for ppp at either end. If you just want private access to you server from home, then you don't need to buy a domain name. You would just browse to the servers ip address from your home computer. The software you would need for the server is more than likely already on your server. It just has to be set up. All this would depend on how you want to access it. For example http, ftp, telnet or others. This is also the information we would need to know to help you on what to set up. here's a little tip on dsl. If your phone company won't give you a static ip address for your server, look for another dsl provider in you area. They would use your telco's lines but provide better ips service. So it would be a good idea to check a few of them out before buying the service.

 

[Crundy]

What I mean is to use a machine here as my isp. I thought you could just convert your phone line to adsl and then you picked your dsl isp. Am I wrong in thinking that I could use a machine here to act as the gateway to the local network (and therefore the internet)?

I'm just not fond of the monthly charges that dsl companies charge! C:\DOS:>
C:\DOS:>RUN
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[jpm121]

Your question does not make sense. YOu don't use "a machine" as an ISP, an ISP is an Internet Service Providor which means "a company that provides internet access". What do you mean by "gateway to the local network"?

I'm sure GTE would let you run your own fiber cable to one of their backbone routers and share an OC-3 or something with you.

(I'm being sarcastic with that last bit.)

 

[RhythmAce]

Sorry - you can't convert you phone line to adsl. This requires equipment ranging in the millions of dollors and must be located within a reasonable distance from your computers. If your office is more than a few mile away from your home you would have to rent space in a few offices along the way between the 2 sites and install equipment in each one. The phone company spends a lot of time and money setting these up and only ISPs with a lot of customers can afford to lease them.

 

[garwain]

If I understand correctly, you want to provide your own DSL connection from somewhere that has a highspeed connection already? This will cost a lot more than you'll ever pay your ISP for a DSL account. I had looked at the idea since the phonelines in my town are compatible, but the TelCo won't give us DSL connections. I realized quickly that even if every person in the town was to sign up for an account (dsl only covers a 4KM radius from the switching equipment) I would likely die before seeing a profit. The cable company has been promising connections for the last year, but have yet to deliver, so I'm now studying wireless networking.

 

[RhythmAce]

I agree with what you are saying about the cost of DSL or cable for that matter, but what's a mutha to do? I kinda long for the good ol' CB days. Do I hear a big 10-4? Got yer ears on good buddy, c'mown back. )