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ok since html is programming webpages i belive that this is the area to ask this.
if i want to host my own website on my own computer, how can i give it a link like www.something.com or something like that? well, i know that i can use no-ip to get a .no-ip.org and that stuff but i want to make my own domain and use it for hosting on my computer... how can i do that?
Well, if you want to go hardcore, you can always download PHP, MySQL, and Apache?
If you're not experienced with Apache, then it maybe prudent to download something that's called a WAMP server (Windows Apache MySQL PHP).
However if you're not going to be running PHP scripts then a good server for your is HFS. This has everything you'll need I believe.
There are plenty of domain registrars. I like dynadot, but there's also godaddy and loads of others.
Once you've brought your own domain, point it (Stealth Redirect) to your no-ip address. If you have a static IP address then you can point it directly to your IP.
If you're going to host things yourself, I strongly suggest getting a good Firewall. Many people just starting out don't know much about security, and can do aweful things to your site. If you're running PHP then you are at an even greater risk if someone not so nice comes along.
You will need to open up the port you intend to use as well.
This will get you started, there are many tutorials on doing all of these!
thank you slyke.