While others across the U.S. are barbecuing or watching parades, take a gander at various heated discussions about what equipment (hardware and software) your ISP should be using.

[July 4, 2002]

Choosing a Windows Mail Server
[June 19, 2002] Members of the ISP-Webhosting list discuss the fertile field of Windows mail servers. Some are cheaper, some have more features, and some are more powerful but take more work to deploy.

The Limits of RADIUS
[June 6, 2002] Members of the ISP-Tech list find that a simple discussion about denying concurrency evolves into a complex evaluation of the benefits and quirks of the various RADIUS products.

Choosing Billing Software
[May 29, 2002] Members of the ISP-Invoicing list discuss a common conundrum. If you're ready to upgrade from a home-built billing solution to commercial software, what features are worth examining closely?

What Would You Pay For News?
[May 24, 2002] Members of the ISP-Linux list discuss news servers. Although some subscribers love them, they're a headache to manage. What's the best balance between customer satisfaction and costs?

Postini Pro and Con
[May 21, 2002] Members of the ISP-Tech list discuss, yes, the pros and cons of various spam and anti-virus technologies, starting with Postini's service for ISPs.

IMAP vs. POP3
[May 20, 2002] Members of the ISP-Tech list discuss the difference between IMAP and POP3 mail systems and suggest valid uses for both. ISPs may therefore want to provide both to subscribers.

Deciding When to Upgrade
[March 19, 2002] Members of the ISP-Linux list delve into that constant neverending topic, when to upgrade your operating system. Here, the discussion revolves around Red Hat Linux.

Can I Build My Own 1U Rackmount?
[March 14, 2002] Members of the ISP-Tech list share advice on building your own top-notch server. In the smallest space available on the open market, it's particularly crucial to get all the decisions right.

Lightning Liability And ISP Installation
[January 17, 2002] Members of the ISP-Wireless suggest that anyone who is installing antennas or other equipment on customers' roofs should be concerned about liability for lightning damage.

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