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Re: general broad question for help in setting up linux server and suggestions

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On 10/14/21 23:33, Semih Ozlem wrote:
> Hello everyone
> 
> I am a mathematics PhD student completing my dissertation at
> Yeditepe University Istanbul working under Prof Ilhan Ikeda who is at
> Bosphorus University Istanbul. I am involved in setting up some
> seminars, keeping correspondence with other mathematicians or
> mathematics students.
> 
> I worked for brief periods as a programmer mainly in python on small 
> projects.
> 
> Currently I am working with an electrical technician in Bursa Turkey
> who is running an electrical electronical services store.
> 
> I am also interested in educational projects.
> 
> I am very much into using linux for academic work, I am willing to 
> introduce other people to linux and possibly set up a local linux
> users group where I live.
> 
> I am thinking of setting up a server, both for local (at home use),
> (I have already set up say samba server or openssh server) to be used
> only under one modem. However due to lack of machines dedicated for
> that purpose the server is not continuing.
> 
> I would like to make a server I set up say at home available at the 
> workplace as well so that I don't have to run back home while at
> work. If possible make the server accessible via a smart phone or
> some other computer.
> 
> Also in future possibly I would like to set up a web server possibly
> for the shop and or for mathematical educational and linux related
> activities as well as for myself and friends and maybe local
> community.
> 
> Already gdrive offers opportunities for storing files etc. and wix
> and some other sites allow you to build websites and I am sure there
> are many other options out there coming from the cloud. But I would
> like to explore, if you guys also thinnk it might be a worthwhile
> endeavor too and worth the time, to use linux LAMP server or any
> other option under the linux umbrella that might be worthwhile. I am
> thinking of starting small scale since I am operating on a really
> tight budget currently. And should I reach better circumstances
> whether through finding some potential financial support or better
> income myself, I would like to expand on number of things I try.
> 
> I am also in interested in humanitarian causes potentially though I
> would not call myself very active or an activist I like reading on
> such issues and discussing. One potential possibility is to develop
> projects in relation to say immigration crisis to do with syria or
> any other cause... even to help assist people in say getting help
> with reaching or finding out about public services. But at the moment
> all these are ideas. Nothing definite yet. I am exploring.
> 
> I would like to ask for suggestions like a roadmap that may be
> worthwhile to follow.
> 
> Thank you in advance for any assistance and ideas and suggestions
> and recommendations.
> 
> Sincerely
> 
> Semih Ozlem


On 10/15/21 01:16, Semih Ozlem wrote:
> How much does it cost to run a server full time, is it cheaper to run
> one yourself or to rent one online? Do you have an estimate? or
> range? (cost could be electricity and internet connection used?)


For your situation, I suggest that you get a 14" or 15" laptop with 
Windows 7 Pro 64-bit, a 4+ core CPU with virtualization support, 8+ GB 
of dual-channel memory, and a 256+ GB SSD.  Get a 1+ TB external SSD or 
HDD with the fastest connection the laptop supports, and put your data 
on it.  Install virtualization software and create Debian virtual 
machines (VM).  Get a backpack with a laptop compartment and carry it 
all around with you.


Note that you don't need a new or expensive laptop.  I have a Dell 
Latitude E6520 that was near top-of-the line in ~2011, but sells for 
US$150~200 today.  It is my primary workstation; I use it daily.  While 
older machines are bulkier and heavier, and the batteries do not last 
very long, they are easier to modify and upgrade than newer laptops. 
And, now that Microsoft has declared Windows 11 will not support 
machines prior to Intel Core 8th generation, the price of older x86 
computers has dropped even more.


It is not wise to host Internet services on a home server.  If and when 
you want an Internet presence, get a virtual private server (VPS). 
Prices range from free to very expensive, depending upon provider and plan.


I live in California, USA.  Graduate programs here typically require 
students to obtain a certain number of graduate-level courses in their 
department, plus some number of upper-division or graduate courses 
outside their department.  If your university has a computer science 
(CS) department, perhaps you could take CS courses and apply them 
towards your Ph.D..


David

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general broad question for help in setting up linux server and suggestions Semih Ozlem <semihozlemlinuxuser@gmail.com> - 2021-10-15 08:40 +0200
  Re: general broad question for help in setting up linux server and  suggestions Jeremy Ardley <jeremy@ardley.org> - 2021-10-15 08:50 +0200
    Re: general broad question for help in setting up linux server and  suggestions john doe <johndoe65534@mail.com> - 2021-10-15 09:50 +0200
      Re: general broad question for help in setting up linux server and suggestions Semih Ozlem <semihozlemlinuxuser@gmail.com> - 2021-10-15 10:20 +0200
        Re: general broad question for help in setting up linux server and  suggestions Christian Britz <cbritz@t-online.de> - 2021-10-15 10:40 +0200
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