Downtime and server migration
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Downtime and server migration
My old employer had some system issues today, so the website went down. Not sure exactly what happened.
Anyway, I have decided to bite the bullet and rent my own server from now on. The downside is that for the first time, this website will cost me money each month. The upside is that we will control our own destiny.
Some time over the weekend I will start migrating the website over.
When this happens, I'll have to shut the website down again so that nothing changes while the cutover happens.
I'm starting with the absolute basic server, which hopefully will suffice. If it's not enough space I will have to upgrade and may have to introduce some banners or something to help cover the costs - although I want to avoid advertising altogether if I can, because I'm not a fan.
Anyway, I have decided to bite the bullet and rent my own server from now on. The downside is that for the first time, this website will cost me money each month. The upside is that we will control our own destiny.
Some time over the weekend I will start migrating the website over.
When this happens, I'll have to shut the website down again so that nothing changes while the cutover happens.
I'm starting with the absolute basic server, which hopefully will suffice. If it's not enough space I will have to upgrade and may have to introduce some banners or something to help cover the costs - although I want to avoid advertising altogether if I can, because I'm not a fan.
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Re: Downtime and server migration
get the tin out jeff we live here too,. not your cost to bear alone
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Re: Downtime and server migration
As painfull as it is, I have to agree with Pete.
Would you prefer an ongoing subscription or 1 off payment?
cheers
Would you prefer an ongoing subscription or 1 off payment?
cheers
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It's not a lot of money if we can get away with the basic plan.
I don't want to take money unless I absolutely have to.
I don't want to take money unless I absolutely have to.
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Happy to offer some kind of financial assistance in the interim.
I guess you're at that point in life where a hobby/pastime becomes more than just a hobby. Sooner or later it had to happen. I wouldn't think you would have too much trouble finding support but a constant stream of income to help fund the website is an option.
Or sponsorship?
I guess you're at that point in life where a hobby/pastime becomes more than just a hobby. Sooner or later it had to happen. I wouldn't think you would have too much trouble finding support but a constant stream of income to help fund the website is an option.
Or sponsorship?
Regards, Jim.
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Also happy to pitch in. I'm sure this site has saved us all some money at some stage!
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Yep cant live without my Mustangtech therapy, am very happy to contribute. Alot cheaper than a psychologist and alot more fun too.
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Re: Downtime and server migration
Your not Mother Teresa so stop acting like a saint.hybrid wrote:It's not a lot of money if we can get away with the basic plan.
I don't want to take money unless I absolutely have to.
This forum benefits a lot of people who enjoy wasting their employers time and money, so if you are offered a helping hand, take it.
Now nominate an amount and the PayPal account so we can guarantee that OUR forum keeps running.
You can put anything leftover in a guide dog tin at Xmas (or blow it on dancing girls)
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Re: Downtime and server migration
ooooh why I orta.... just for that it's your homebrewnassi wrote:As painfull as it is, I have to agree with Pete.
Would you prefer an ongoing subscription or 1 off payment?
cheers
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Maybe we could put in a certain percentage of the money we get from any sales we make through the forum. Like when someone sells a hood they could put in a bit of the "profit" they make. Wouldn't think it would cover all costs but might help out a bit. Obviously it would rely on the honesty of members but maybe something to think about.
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OK, but I need 4 months notice.Pinto-Pete wrote:ooooh why I orta.... just for that it's your homebrewnassi wrote:As painfull as it is, I have to agree with Pete.
Would you prefer an ongoing subscription or 1 off payment?
cheers
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Mate, happy to contribute- even if it just to ogle at Pete's avatar. BTW, Pete, time for a change?
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+1Ausjacko wrote:Mate, happy to contribute- even if it just to ogle at Pete's avatar. BTW, Pete, time for a change?
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Your not Mother Teresa so stop acting like a saint.
This forum benefits a lot of people who enjoy wasting their employers time and money, so if you are offered a helping hand, take it.
Now nominate an amount and the PayPal account so we can guarantee that OUR forum keeps running.
You can put anything leftover in a guide dog tin at Xmas (or blow it on dancing girls) [/quote]
I'm not trying to be a saint - I just don't want to end up with more money than the site costs me. I'm not here to make money from it.
Even if I go up to the next level, I should get away with approx $30 a month.
Not bothered about the time I put in as (most of the time) I enjoy it.
So you see... even if I said $1/month I could still end up with too much!
For now I would rather just take the hit and not feel bad about ending up with too much.
Your not Mother Teresa so stop acting like a saint.
This forum benefits a lot of people who enjoy wasting their employers time and money, so if you are offered a helping hand, take it.
Now nominate an amount and the PayPal account so we can guarantee that OUR forum keeps running.
You can put anything leftover in a guide dog tin at Xmas (or blow it on dancing girls) [/quote]
I'm not trying to be a saint - I just don't want to end up with more money than the site costs me. I'm not here to make money from it.
Even if I go up to the next level, I should get away with approx $30 a month.
Not bothered about the time I put in as (most of the time) I enjoy it.
So you see... even if I said $1/month I could still end up with too much!
For now I would rather just take the hit and not feel bad about ending up with too much.
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I'm not trying to be a saint - I just don't want to end up with more money than the site costs me. I'm not here to make money from it.hybrid wrote:[quote="scedd]
Your not Mother Teresa so stop acting like a saint.
This forum benefits a lot of people who enjoy wasting their employers time and money, so if you are offered a helping hand, take it.
Now nominate an amount and the PayPal account so we can guarantee that OUR forum keeps running.
You can put anything leftover in a guide dog tin at Xmas (or blow it on dancing girls)
Even if I go up to the next level, I should get away with approx $30 a month.
Not bothered about the time I put in as (most of the time) I enjoy it.
So you see... even if I said $1/month I could still end up with too much!
For now I would rather just take the hit and not feel bad about ending up with too much.[/quote]\
Ok then, why dont we have a monthly sponsor? Probably only need to contribute every 5 years or so and cuts down on paperwork.