Hi Everyone,
I was trying to think of something fun to do with/for GFY members... something free... and I just figured it out.
Like every other host we're in search of dedicated clients that utilize alot of bandwidth. Wise webmasters always do their research before switching hosts. After all, choosing a host is one of the most important decisions that we all make for our online businesses.
So, in the spirit of competition... fun... trying before you buy... etc... I have a 'free' offer (#1) that is purely discretionary (privately) and a bonafide public contest in #2.
So, here they are:
IDEA #1 - At my discretion I am looking to set aside multiple dedicated servers, each with a 5mbit cap, for qualified "potential" clients to utilize for one month. This would translate to about a theoretical 1500 gigs of bandwidth. The servers will be adequately spec'd out to accomodate this traffic. It would be quite easy, really - if you already control your own DNS you can simply route to our assigned IPs or we can utilize NS1.SINHOST.COM / NS2.SINHOST.COM (our DNS) to create a seamless test if you switched it at the registrar level.
Who qualifies?
If you do 1000 gigs to 30,000 gigs per month then you qualify. How will I select people? Well, my own research and intuition. If I suspect you're looking for a 1 month free ride only then I'll likely tell you to Go Fuck Yourself. The largest potential new customers will receive priority.
What's the point?
There's a shitload of hosts competing vigorously for your business at all different price points. I'd like to pick up some new customers by showing them they can have the highest possible performance at near Cogent pricing. What price exactly? Well, I suspect everyone has different needs but I can assure you it would be worth considering if you're paying over $1.00-$1.50/gig for your Tier 1 bandwidth, hardware and management (all factored in). THIS WILL BE DECIDED PRIVATELY WITH RESULTS POSTED PUBLICLY.
This should be fun! I am anxiously awaiting responses via ICQ and telephone...
OH, but wait, there's more.
I really want to give something away free to a GFY member - no strings. So, just for shits and giggles... here goes:
IDEA #2
Your own free dedicated server, a true "Bitch Box" for two months to play with. I'll cap your bandwidth at 2mbit so you'll have a theoretical 600+- gigs/mo to play with.
Who can have this? I want the poorest bastard on the board that really needs a 'jump start' to his business. Maybe you've fallen on hard times... perhaps you could really use a boost by having the bandwidth for TGPs, etc. If you're competant and make the best case, it's all yours. THIS IS TO BE DECIDED IN THIS THREAD, PUBLICLY. If you're a total moron or complete newbie you won't win - I want to see someone win that is going to make GOOD use of this... and make some money!
So, prepare for a spanking to potentially get some pipe to play with. One person will win this and I suspect we'll have someone in a few days. I'll pick the person after we all have our banter and explain why they were my choice. Maybe if it gets interesting we'll take a vote or pick some judges. lol
Want to 'trace' to my network?
ping... tracert... or use
http://visualroute.visualware.com
use this URL: NS1.SINHOST.COM
THE SKINNY?
1) If you'll consider switching hosts and you're a high bandwidth user I'll give you 5mbit and a server to play with for 1 month. (At my discretion, potentially multiple people will qualify)
2) If you make your best case here in the thread as to why you deserve a free server with 600gigs/mo... you can win it for 2 months. (1 Winner)
Sink or swim... let's have some fun.
Cheers,
Brad Mitchell
http://www.SinHost.Com
Toll Free 1-866-SINEMPIRE
ICQ #56950199