Setting up my own web hosting service?

[komrad]

Hello all,

I'm currently trying to setup a personal web hosting service for my friends where they get an area of web space, etc, for them to use. Basically, a free web hosting service, etc with PHP, and all possible.

Does anyone know how I could go about setting this service up? ( If I were to get a HostGator/webspace account, etc)

Thank in advance.

[[Tsohost] Darren]

You'll need what's called a "reseller account" with your web hosting provider of choice.

[Rebentrost]

Unless you know about BSDs or Linux, a reseller account is the best option for you. Although you will need to learn about these if you plan to expand.