Self-hosting refers to the use of a computer program as part of the toolchain or operating system that produces new versions of that same program—for example, a compiler that can compile its own source code. Self-hosting software is commonplace on personal computers and larger systems. Other programs that are typically self-hosting include kernels, assemblers, and shells.
If a system is so new that no software has been written for it, then software is developed on another self-hosting system and placed on a storage device that the new system can read. Development continues this way until the new system can reliably host its own development. Development of the Linux operating system, for example, was initially hosted on a Minix system. Writing new software development tools "from the metal" (that is, without using another host system) is rare and in many cases impossible.
Several programming languages are self-hosting, in the sense that a compiler for the language, written in the same language, is available. The first compiler for a new programming language can be written in another language (in rare cases, machine language) or produced using bootstrapping. Self-hosting languages include Lisp, Forth, Pascal, Delphi, C, Modula-2, Oberon, Smalltalk, OCaml, and FreeBASIC.
I need some help with web hosting please?*
Q. I have just purchased a Domain Name, and I am trying to find host that will let me use it for free.any suggestions?Oh, and if you would, could you please describe in detail, what I need to do to self-host my webpage?~Brendonnevermind....I got it
Asked by TheTruthHurts - Mon Jul 24 00:29:54 2006 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments
A. To use a domain name you need a server (either online or self hosted) and you need to set up DNS redirects to the correct nameserver for your domain. To host your own website you need a broadband internet connection with no restrictions. I know companies like Comcast will block ports that are vital for web hosting (port:8080) and so it may not be possible. If you can host it (your ISP is good) then you should choose a computer you can always keep on. Set up your website on that computer along with some good firewalls to keep outside (internet) people off of your network (intranet). Then you will need to direct your domain nameservers to aim at your home IP with your router forwarding to that server computer (typically port 8080 will be…
[cont.*]Answered by theparanomasia - Mon Jul 24 00:37:23 2006
halo 2 bridging question?*
Q. how do you download zone alarm pro for free? and where do i find the program to give my self host and the tut?
Asked by Spawn - Thu Dec 7 01:54:30 2006 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments
A. these are all but myths, urban legends.
Answered by Darth Severus - Thu Dec 7 01:55:45 2006
WHY cant i use self hosted images with eBay ???*
Q. look how the images show up as
img src="http://i228.photobuc ket.com/albums/ee271/Broom stick21/Pedalsscratch.jpg" i did exactly what this guy said what is wrong here. here is a direct link to the picture. did ebay get wise to people including extra pictures for free and disabled imbeding pictures???
Asked by Andy C - Fri Nov 9 22:22:08 2007 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. because you have to hit the HTML tab when you enter the description. the HTML tab only is available when you select List with all options (recommended for experienced sellers)instead ofList with popular options
Answered by speed_racer128 - Sun Nov 11 12:54:31 2007
Windows Live Agents New SDK Released*
JonB
2008-05-28 20:18:00
Self-Hosting. As you are downloading the new SDK, you may run this free version with your production Agent, in your own environment. There are limitations on sessions within this self-host model, as well as some other limitations in ...
Lesson #2: Finding a Blogging Platform*
InvestorBlogger
2008-04-23 17:15:12
If you have some money and some time/skill in technology, self-hosting either Wordpress or MT (OpenSource) would be a good choice. If you have a little money but no skill in tech, self-hosting but going the one-click route would be ...
How was the first compiler., compiled?*
bhavna
2008-02-25 18:26:00
The first self-hosting compiler capable of compiling its own source code in a high-level language was created for Lisp by Hart and Levin at MIT in 1962.[2] Since the 1970s it has become common practice to implement a compiler in the ...
