[extropy-chat] Net connection query: DSL & V4 IP addresses

[Brian Atkins]

You can't force your ISP to not expire your dynamic IP address. They can do what 
they want. Also by the way, if you're using a consumer connection the terms of 
service will almost always ban you from running any kind of "server" ports or 
services.

The point of it all is they want you to pay for a "business" DSL line and some 
static IPs. It's probably cheaper to go online and compare hosting providers and 
just purchase access to a dedicated linux box sitting in a remote location to 
use for your desired server services. Or use a shared box for even cheaper price.

Running your stuff at home in your own "datacenter" is a luxury/folly generally.
-- 
Brian Atkins
Singularity Institute for Artificial Intelligence
http://www.singinst.org/