[oclug].ca registrars

[Brian's Linux Box]

> To add a little more flavour to the thread,
> What is needed to use the domain once it is registered?
> Is it possible for dynamic IPs to be used to host the domain?
> Would it be much better to use a static IP?
> What kind of support/setup must be provided by your ISP if your wish to host
> the domain on your own Linux box?
> If you self-host, do you have to provide for all services i.e. www, ftp, email
> etc? 
> What do you do in a year to renew the registration? Will you still own the
> domain name? 
>> I'm looking into getting myself a .ca domain, and I
>> was wondering if anyone here has suggestions for a
>> good registrar.  From what I've seen, most offer a
>> domain for $25/year.  Does anyone know of a
>> registrar that's cheaper?  Does anyone recommend one
>> specific registrar service-wise?  Any info is
>> appreciated.

I'm just starting down this road myself.  (see the Debian 2.1 thread from
last week)

I registered with Domainsatcost.ca (19.95/year) for two years - then found
out they only pay for one year to the CIRA and hang onto the rest.  When it
comes up in a year if it's increased they ding you the difference - after
making the interest on your money!
Other than that annoyance - I must admit they were quick and easy to deal
with.

I'm opting for a dynamic IP because there was no low cost static IP option
available to me.  I decided to try this gentleman for my DNS because he
seemed familiar :-)
http://www.L8R.net/dynamic_host/

The server goes in on Saturday.  Assuming I have some clue as to what I'm
doing I'll post a note when it's up.

I'm looking for suggestions on the best Apache book for total webserving
newbies like me.....

Brian