Switching Host - *IMPORTANT READ*

[GLF]

We will be switching host within the next 72 hours. I started the transfer process already.

The new host told me it can take 24-72 hours to move the database(s). Once I change the dns, it could take up 12 - 24 more hours for the dns to catch up. For those that dont know about dns, the dns points the domain name to a hosting account.

I am at the mercery of the new hosting account as to when the transfer(s) will happen, and at the mercy of the domain dns. Once the new hosts has the databases transferred, I will verify everything is working correctly on the new host, before I change the dns.

I opted to leave the site turned on rather than shutting it down for 3 days. This may result in some of the posts that get made during this time period getting lost during the transfer process.

I checked out this host before I made the decission to make the switch. This is an equally reputable host. I will be getting more disk space and a lot more bandwidth for my buck.

I will get up extra early before work Monday morning to see if the host transferred the site(s). If they are transferred, and everything is working correctly, I will change the dns for the domain name. With luck, everything will be normal around here on Tuesday morning.

I am sorry if a post you make during this process gets lost.

Mike

[Boltman]

Mike Don't sweat the small stuff............ Advice to live by.... from your Boltman.

[GLF]

Mike Don't sweat the small stuff............ Advice to live by.... from your Boltman.

Whos sweating? Great Lakes Fisherman is one of ten websites I am moving to the new host. I have to make sure all of the websites are working correctly before I change the dns.