Sorry for the multi-post. I first posted this to comp.unix.bsd.openbsd.misc, and then thought that I might want a larger audience. So then I posted to comp.arch, and someone there suggested that THIS group would be the appropriate place to post my questions.
--- Original Message Follows --- 'd like to try to create a cheap, small, wireless "server" with BSD/Linux. I'm not sure where I want to start, but I'm not opposed to soldering individual components, and I'm not opposed to hacking code (Its my profession after all).
If possible, I'd like to design something that cost less than (hopefully) $100, and has WiFi support. I'll want enough capability to SSH into it, perhaps server some small files over HTTP (perhaps using php). It would be a bonus if I didn't have to cross-compile programs on a seperate computer to get them working on this box.
So, my guess as to what I need: WiFi component Power Supply (preferably solar powered or AA powered, but can do wired if I absolutely have to) Processor (cheapest possible with enough speed for what I need) Memory (again, cheapest possible with enough for what I need) Storage (you guest it, cheap but enough. I'm thinking 1 gig flash drive should be enough) Some way to connect for installation and maintenance.
Anyone have some starting points I can look at? The WiFi access doesn't have to be secured, nothing important will be transmitted unencrypted anyway.
Am I high thinking I can do this in less that $100? If so, what is a more reasonable estimate? Price is one of my main driving factors.
DD,
P.S. I don't get e-mail at the address I'm posting at, please reply here.