Can I host web server on Cox Residential Internet Service?
Posted on Feb 01, 2009 under web hosting | 10 CommentsI try to host web server on Cox Residential Cable. Seems that request package does not reach my server. Are there something wrong?
Thanks,
February 1st, 2009 at 6:35 am
You need to go into your router, and divert the public IP address to be port-forwarded to your private IP.
February 1st, 2009 at 6:35 am
Cox blocks port 80, 25, and 21 to non-commercial accounts. This is to stop home users from running a HTTP, FTP, or MAIL server form the residence.
You need to reassign the to a new port, and include it on your url.
Instead of http;//www.MySite.com
it will read http;//www.MySite.com:8080 or whatever port you reassign it to.
Check out http://www.dslwebserver.com for complete details.
Also if you have a Dynamic IP address you will need a site that will assist is Dynamic DNS forwarding. I like http://www.NO-IP.com but there many Dynamic DNS services out there. NO-IP is a free service.
February 1st, 2009 at 6:35 am
Many residential cable and DSL operators dont want their customers hosting websites. They discourage this in a few ways.
1. By using PPP or on-demand connections. When you have a software package you have to install on your computer before using your DSL/cable modem.
2. By blocking various ports. Such as 80, http, and 25, smtp (mail) inbound.
3. By giving you dynamic IP addresses. Your IP address keeps changing every few hours or each time you login.
However, there are a few ways around this. I myself use SBC DSL and host a website and mail server.
You need two things basically. Sometimes they can be combined into one service.
1. Dynamic DNS. This is a service that maps your domain name to your constantly change IP address. There are many providers. I use a very reliable one called http://www.dyndns.org.
2. Port forwarding/relay (if necessary). If you find that your provider is blocking ports, you may need to sign up for a relay or port forwarder. (Sending port 80 to 8080, etc.) http://www.dyndns.org can do this, or others.
I hope this helps you solve your problems!
February 1st, 2009 at 6:35 am
Why not put your question to Cox directly! Just give them a call or send them a registered letter.
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