Complete Turn Key Linux Server

[al plant]

Wayne Bow wrote:
> 
> 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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FYI:

Wayne is right. Don't rely on only one system.

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