Complete Turn Key Linux Server

[Wayne Bow]

Hi,

I would very carefully think thru the ramifications of loading all your 
critical apps on one machine. Even a super machine is going to go 
down and putting all of your eggs in one basket is a risky 
proposition. Unless, of course, you don't need 24/7 reliability or you 
have a backup machine ready to take over when the first one stops.  

My $.02.

Have a great day!


> 1.Build a server that will have the following capabilities
>     Firewall/Proxy server with VPN capability
>     PoP/SMTP/IMAP Email server
>     Web Server
>     FTP Server
>     DHCP Server
>     Print Server
>     File Server - users can map drives with permissions
>     Inbound and Outbound fax server    
>     Voicemail System
> 
> 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.
> 
> 3.Use an operating system that is inexpensive, highly reliable, and
> does not use lots of resources. (Sounds like Linux)
> 
> 4.Have a Web interface to allow an administrator to add a user on one
> screen and an account in all the servers is created.
> 
> It appears from reading the Mandrake web page that was recommended for
> a first load that the network type things are relatively easy.  The
> fax, and voicemail might be more of a challenge.
> 
> 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.
> 
> I would appriciate any feedback from anyone willing to lend a hand.  I
> have an established vehicle to deliver the product and would be
> willing to split profits etc.
> 
> Aloha,
> Matt
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Wayne Bow
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