Originally Posted by TripleXPrint

I don't understand why all of you webmasters don't have your own web server and still use hosting companies. You can use a standard DSL as the connection and get the same upstream as you would (and probably better) than most hosting companies. And you have 100% full control over it.

You're already paying for internet access so just use that and you save yourself a shitload of money.

A standard PC computer - $350
Internet Connection - $25 a month
LINUX/PHP/MySQL - Free

It really is a no-brainer and setting up a web server is so easy a retarded person could do it. And if you don't know Linux or how to manage your server you can always purchase a cheap Cpanel bundle that gives you the exact same interface you have with your current host (in most cases).

If you're on a cable connection then do not run your own web server, especially if you have Brighthouse as your carrier. It's against most of their TOS and they will kill your service if you don't upgrade to their $500 a month plan. Shop around and find a good DSL ISP and ask them for a static IP address. Then you're set and could be hosting your own sites will full control.