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Originally Posted by Olucon
I am completely clueless on how to do this. Is there any way someone could put together a step by step document on how to set up this server? I have it running and I can get it to run from the 127.0.0.1 test server page, but I have no way to get any outside connections.
I have a cable modem, a linksys router, and my computer to host... Windows vista is the OS.
What do I need to do to host my files?
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Unfortunately you are entering into a world where life is complicated.
In the end, you want to host a web server at home. The easy part is the server -- calibre provides that. The hard part is all the glue and fiddling that goes on to permit someone on the internet to see your server. Although there are how-to guides, there are almost always 'small' issues that are highly technical.
If you are willing to try, then I suggest you start with one of two how-to guides. The first is
http://www.boutell.com/newfaq/creating/hostmyown.html. This one explains how to use 'dynamic dns', a technique that for a small upfront hassle avoids a lot of downstream hassles. The second is
http://www.dslwebserver.com/. It provides more information, but makes assumptions about what you are trying to do that are probably over complicating things. In either case, don't pay attention to the parts talking about setting up a web server. You have one -- calibre. You will need to know the port number you used.
It is very difficult to help someone debug network setups, but people can provide suggestions to specific problems. If you try to set this up and have difficulties (and you probably will), post separate threads. Alternatively, you can ask on the fora associated with the how-to guides.
Final note: please be aware that by opening calibre, you are giving the bad guys a doorway into your home network. The doorway can be made very small, or it can be equivalent to leaving your keys in the front door lock. Be sure to forward only the calibre port (you will know what that means after following the how-tos). If possible, run the content server on a separate machine on your home network. Do not turn off any firewalls.