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Why own your own?

Why not use darkwing/gladstone?
AdvantagesDisadvantages
local ownership and controlcost of hardware and software
familiar (Mac or PC) environmentno familiar Unix environment
more distinctive URLexternal access to your server uses scarce network bandwidth to your building
doesn't depend on availability of CC systemshave to guarantee availability (issues include power, backup, staffing, etc.)
not at mercy of CC software changeshave to track software upgrades by yourself
possibly better performanceprobably poorer latency; possibly poorer performance
easier publishing by ownermore difficult publishing by group
easer customization of security, MIME types, etc.some server features may not be available (e.g. server-side includes)
easier integration with local databasesnon-standard CGI environment


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