using a laptop as a server

[oxforddian]

I have a dell laptop that want to use as server to store data that is inputted to my website and host the website.
Can someone give me an idea on how to do it. I have searched in the internet but did not get a clear answer.

Thanks
Ian

[Alboguy]

As far as I know you should by a server. You can just use your notebook as a server, but managing a server with it yes you can.

[INDRANIL]

Yes you can, you need a static IP, a domain name, a high speed internet connection 24/7 & then the setup .

For some reference look here , here & here .

[oxforddian]

Thank for the responses. I have checked your links INDRANIL. I want to use linux as the operating system. What server software do I need that will work with linux?

[Alboguy]

Every distro would work. But I'd recommend Ubuntu Server Edition.

[hellnoire]

Ubuntu Server of Debian. Both would work, but the one you choose is up to you.