I am thinking on hosting a small game. Maybe starting in September (if possible).
I have a lot of questions I would like to get answered.
First of all, that's my hardware and connection:
- HW: iMac Intel 2x2 GHz Intel Core Duo / 1 GB RAM and 180 GB HD.
- Connection is 4Gb ADSL, that will be upgraded shortly to 20 Gb.
- The iMac is connected via WiFi (in case that matters).
The first question is obviously: ¿Are the settings right?
Second is: Is it necessary that the server is on 24/7?
Let say that I set up a game for 4-7 players. And lets suppose that we are all in the Euro timezone.
- 1) How often will the players connect to run their turns?
- 2) How long will it take until hosting?
- 3) What happens if I need to shut down the server temporarily?
- 4) Can I make copies of the game in order to restore it in case of need?
I have some more questions, but I will ask them as soon as I get find out if my system suits the needs of hosting a game.
I will of course be searching in the forums and RTFM
Regarding question 3 the answer is quite obvious: In case of needing to shut down I have to post in this forum. But I want to know if there is something special to keep in mind.
I will be in Spain until 26 August, I will keep watching the forums nonetheless.
Thanks
