Hosed by my host, upgrades all around

The last year or so, I've noticed my server not being that great. Emails would not send, the site would go down a lot, etc. I've submitted tickets to the tech support and get an auto response 3 days later. I call the number and no one answers. I do an Ask.com search and find many customer service complaints and accusations of fraud.

A while back, my domain needed renewal and they never told me. It just went offline. I had to figure out. Easy to do, but a reminder would be nice.

So, I was just waiting for their reminder to renew the hosting, then I'd switch. I thought since this reminder meant they wanted money, I would get it. I never got that reminder either. Instead, I found my site offline this morning, my email account inactive and I'm locked out of the server's control panel unless I pay $95 for another year. Fat f*cking chance Infinology. You suck.

I've had this server since I started the site back in 2004, so I think it's time for an upgrade.

This morning I went about finding a way to switch servers, which I think I've done. I am going to switch to an Austin company suggested by my buddy Old Skool. He gave me a preview of the services and the control panel and it looks great. At this point, I've made the order and I'm just waiting on a confirmation. Then, I'll migrate stuff to the new host. I think I'll also take this opportunity to change my email addy to reduce spam.

I'm pretty happy about the change, I'm just impatient. I know this will take a few days.

On a cooler note, Yvonne bought herself a new computer. I'm going to set up the house on Wi-Fi this weekend and move my computer into the living room (family computer). Then the Xbox will most likely move in there too, freeing up this bedroom to begin it's new life as the guest bedroom, workout room and alternate TV room. Her new laptop will be able to work online anywhere in the house, including the back patio. This is key, since our only current method at home is this desktop I own (5 years old, but still kicking ass). Not great for freelancing.

I'm considering turning her old comp into an digital jukebox of sorts, instead of moth balling it. But, the truth of the matter is it can't handle anything beyond Windows 98, so it's very limited in regards to software. That thing is fricking 7 years old. Good for her making it last so long.