Dean,

Generally, you wouldn't need a static IP address unless you are running 
some sort of server.  Now, a server can be something as simple as a 
web-cam that you want to access from outside your house...and a static 
IP address would make that easier.  Personally, I wouldn't spend the 
extra money.  A good way to think about it is this:  If you needed a 
static IP address, then you'd know that you needed it :)

Cheers-
Tony


Dean Kukral wrote:
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> Why would I want to spend $5 for a static IP address??

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