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hardcoredummy
February 21st, 2002, 06:08
Hi all,

I'm curious, that aside from Verisign, what is the benefit of a static IP? I'm running a forum, and with my current host, i'm not assigned a static IP. But i'm about to switch over to Myacen, and i noticed that they do offer the static IP for an extra $2 a month... i'm just wondering what hte benefits are, and if it's worth getting it.
Bruce
February 21st, 2002, 07:16
The only reason you would need a static IP is for SSL. If you don't need that then there is really no need for one.
Robert
February 21st, 2002, 17:30
Static IP - SSL (Secure Server)
Anonymous FTP
Wildcards enabled
Sometimes needed for Sub-domains
Mika
February 21st, 2002, 17:53
you can have anonymous ftp without having a static ip.
Webdude
February 21st, 2002, 17:54
Originally posted by robert
Static IP - SSL (Secure Server)
Anonymous FTP
Wildcards enabled
Sometimes needed for Sub-domains

You forgot bragging rights :D
That's why most want it...
niv
February 21st, 2002, 17:55
Sometimes it just comes along with the package... :confused2
Rick
February 21st, 2002, 18:04
Are you talking about a static IP vs dynamic IP, or a shared vs dedicated IP? There's a biig difference.
niv
February 21st, 2002, 18:06
He's talking about a dedicated IP-hosting, not broadband.
Haze
February 21st, 2002, 18:12
Well the most common reason we get that people need a dedicated IP is "Becuase I want one". So I suppose that could be added to the list?

BTW: IP's are an endangered species! Set THEM FREE DAMNIT!
niv
February 21st, 2002, 18:15
When is IPv6 coming out? :confused2
Haze
February 21st, 2002, 18:24
At least a couple of years from now, I hear.
roly
February 23rd, 2002, 01:39
http://64.125.83.84 is mine and for a site go to http://64.125.83.84/phpbb2ld/links.php or through the domain.