Using Dedicated Server for P2P

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Nahtasha

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Okay I have files I'd like to host but allow more then just my server can allow, to transfer to others having multiple servers.

I see sellers offer dedicated hosting, and some with Linux, or XP, can a program like LimeWire be installed, and setup, remotly with the server info etc?

Pretty much I am asking... Will it work??
 
To use a good P2P program on your server, you need access to be actually able to run applicatiosn on that server (shoudl be root access, AFAIK). I'd recommand you using a program like gtk-gnutella on Unix based servers and somethign like Shareaza on Windows based servers (because it is able to operate several networks at a time).

If you are especially interested in running a G2 (also known as "MP"/"Mikes protocol") application, you might want to try out Sharelin (for Unix derivated OSs) for your hosting, a very minimal G2 client with minimal ram and CPU requirements.

Greetings,
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Another thing to look at is if they allow P2P programs. Many dedicated and shared servers do not as they are only meant for webpages etc. Pretty much I would check for the ones that allow BitTorrent... Maybe even ask before making any contract.
 
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