[EnfoToad]

Hey there!

Is there any way that I can host my own domain name, instead of getting a company? I don't mind getting a server.

Thanks!

[amanxman]

try this fella: http://www.boutell.com/newfaq/creating/hostmyown.html

[EnfoToad]

Thanks!

[ibdreamy]

Hello,

Remember running a server of any kind at home is a security risk.

I used Internet Information Services (IIS) which came installed on my Windows Vista PC.

You can check to see if you have it installed by going to > Start > Control Panel > Programs > Turn Windows Features on and Off > IIS

You will need to get DNS service from somewhere... I used ZoneEdit.com which is a free!

You have to register a domain name with a registrar of course and some registrars offer free DNS managment like Mydomain.com

Create an A record pointing to your IP address; wait for propagation which take 4-6 hours

Good Luck!