What do I need for a home server?

What do I need for a home server?
What you’ll need

A computer.
A broadband network connection.
A network router, with Ethernet (CAT5) cable.
A monitor and keyboard (just for the first few steps)
A CD/DVD drive/burner will be handy if you plan to use the server for media.

What you’ll need
  1. A computer.
  2. A broadband network connection.
  3. A network router, with Ethernet (CAT5) cable.
  4. A monitor and keyboard (just for the first few steps)
  5. A CD/DVD drive/burner will be handy if you plan to use the server for media.