How change domain name IP

[QASA25]

Hi experts.I wonder how i can assign new ip for the domain that i own. I am about to host my own webserver and host my own website.In another word i want to discontine hosting package by my ISP and host my own website.Thanks

 

[RhythmAce]

Go to where you bought your domain name. They should be able to give you access to your domain's dns records. You will want to edit the "A" or Address record. Simply change the ip address that your domain name points to to your PC's public ip address. To be able to run a server, this will need to be a static ip. If you have a dynamic ip and your ip changes frequently, you will need to use a pointer service such as dyndns. Some hosting providers have you use their dns servers. If this is the case, you will need to assign two different dns servers. Your registrar will usually do this for you too. If not, you can use a dns service such as

http://www.zoneedit.com.