Complete Turn Key Linux Server

[cpaul at telemetrybox.org]

> 1.Build a server that will have the following capabilities
> <snip>

Easy enough to do.


> 2.Be able to "mass produce" the load with some type of software protection so others could not simply copy the hard drive to make their own servers.

I would reconsider the second goal.  Why do you need to "protect" the software?  I would rather sell service and support than a usage license for solution built from Free software.  Unless you are willing to invest in the development of proprietary replacements for GPLed operating system components, you will run into legal hassles as well.  If you are selling the hardware as well, it is a different story.  :)


> 3.Use an operating system that is inexpensive, highly reliable, and does not use lots of resources. (Sounds like Linux)
Linux or a BSD, depending on the hardware.

As for the web-based system administration...  I think that the embedded industry will be moving away from that  towards distributed/spreadable, SSL-enabled applications written in high-level languages.  HTTP is the wrong solution to stateful applications like secure administration. 


> I think their is a large market for such a server.  It would go beyond other boxs like Cobalts Cube3.  Being in the Telecom/Data community here in Hawaii I know it would sell.

Are you trying to sell software/support, or move boxes?