scrathinmyhead
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Ok, I am a newb to servers. When setting up apache, where do i get the domain name that I put in? Tried a made up one and the computers ip address. I know its something easy =P
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Where to get domain name
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You can't make up a name. If you want the server to be see from the internet, you either need to use your IP or register a domain name that will be associated with that IP. You can get your own domain name for about $8.00 or so from or pay about $35.00 for one at Network Solutions. It will take about 48 to 72 hours before things start working.
When you register the name, you will create a record that directs the domain name to your IP address.
You can only use made-up names for a local intranet.
You can temporarily use your IP address until the domain is active (i.e., Newposter
"Good judgment comes from experience. Experience comes from bad judgment."
You can only use made-up names for a local intranet.
You can temporarily use your IP address until the domain is active (i.e., Newposter
"Good judgment comes from experience. Experience comes from bad judgment."
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