FREEMIUM
This DDoS service I provide haven't started as a business, but I gotta charge the people I never had an interaction with, I hope you understand that. However, tips are welcome.
I'll try to answer some of the questions in advance.
GAME SERVER TYPES
I'm glad to say that, so far, so good. GTA5 servers were the most challenging so far, but we did it - the server owner and I. And of course, Lineage II in both scenarios - preventing and stopping attacks.
TIME
Some servers may require my attention for only a few hours, some for days if your server is already live and under attack, or even a migration to a new hosting company that I have to fully setup and do the needed tests. We start by using what you currently have and see how can we stop the attacks and then we move forward if needed.
HOSTING COMPANY
I will take care of the Firewall setup and all rules the hosting company provides. I'll setup it as good as possible as per server's needs.
OPERATION SYSTEM
As I mentioned in my main thread, I'm currently focusing on Windows Server because it's the most challenging, and this is just the beginning. This is where we need to pay extra attention because most of Layer 7 are bypassing company's firewall - seen as normal traffic.
LAYER 7 IS SERIOUS
If the OS is not setup well enough and all the security measures are not being taken care of - your database can get damaged, some files may get corrupted. We need all resources of the OS to only handle the server and its traffic, it can't help the server if it can't help itself to begin with. Then, I'll move on the networking setup of the OS.
MY DEDICATION
This is very important. I won't only setup a few things and leave you on your own. I'll try to be around for a while when you need me, especially if you have an opening date coming up - I'll try to make myself available for that day. Do not abuse my kindness though.
NO PROTECTION IS 100%
You know what I mean. Even the giant companies are struggling sometimes. What about us?
We always have to work our way around it. You never know what target you got on your back.
ONE BY ONE
This is not one-software installation kind of thing. I have to focus on one server at a time.