I need to find the best, reliable script host for my websites. For
example, I need to install a "tell-a-friend" script on a number of
sites and am willing to pay for someone else to host them.  However,
the site needs to be quality and established for some time.

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Clarification of Question by gfawebguy-ga on 07 Nov 2002 16:09 PST

Note: I do not want a "free site"... there are plenty of those around
and they are interested in promoting their own site.  :o)

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Request for Question Clarification by tar_heel_v-ga on 07 Nov 2002 16:14 PST

Do you currently have a host that does not allow hosting of scripts? 
Are you interested in remotely hosted scripts that are preconfigured
or are you looking for a host that allows scripts?  Are you looking
for PHP, ASP, or CGI script capabilities?

-THV

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Clarification of Question by gfawebguy-ga on 12 Nov 2002 07:40 PST

>Do you currently have a host that does not allow hosting of scripts?
Are you interested in remotely hosted scripts that are preconfigured
or are you looking for a host that allows scripts?  Are you looking
for PHP, ASP, or CGI script capabilities?
 
No, i run my own dedicated server... don't have time to put up a quick
script at times. I'm looking for remotely hosted scripts that are
ready to roll :) Either php or cgi would work fine.

gfawebguy,

Thanks for your question regarding remotely hosted scripts.  The
convenience of utilizing remotely hosted scripts allows you not to
have to configure, install and troubleshoot (if needed) the script. 
The drawback is that you have no control over the performance of the
script or the server that it is hosted on. Also, many times, you (and
your visitors)will be subjected to advertising.  There is always a
trade-off for convenience, however, if you are willing to take that
trade-off, there are some very nice services available.  These are all
free of charge:

HostedScripts.com (http://www.hostedscripts.com/) has a great
collection of over 20 remotely hosted CGI scripts, including your
specific request of a "tell-a-friend" script. I have used these
before, however, when looking at the demo of this particular script, a
Page not Found error comes up.  I sent an email to the webmaster of
the site informing him of this.  They have been around a very long
time.

Cut and Paste Scripts (http://www.cutandpastescripts.com/) has 12
services, including your request, that it offers.  They say claim that
no advertising is sent by them, so this could be your best bet.

CGI Spy (http://www.cgispy.com/) offers 35 remotely hosted
applications.  They do put a banner on the page after the
recommendation is sent.

These are the three that I would consider when looking for remotely
hosted scripts.  I looked at several others, but I feel one of the
above three will meet your needs now and when you decide to add more
interactivity.

Thanks again for your question and if you need any further
clarification, please let me know.

Regards,

-THV

Search Strategy:
Remotely hosted cgi scripts

References and additional information:

CGI-Resources
http://www.cgi-resources.com/Remotely_Hosted/

gfawebguy-ga,

If by script host, you mean web host, then http://www.hypermart.net is
quite reliable.  I have been with them for a 2-3 years and they have
not failed me yet.  Their free service comes with CGI/SSI support as
well as a whole host of other features.  Their payed service has even
more features such as PHP, Shopping Cart, etc... Check it out.

-Tox-ga

No... a script host is needed. Thanks :)