Simple question
 

Can Windows 2000 be used to run the EQ Server and a client (v 0.5)?

I'm new to this so I guess this means I'll be creating a 0.5 setup and should I be using this guide: http://eqemulator.net/forums/viewtopic.php?t=9648

I have a fresh install and patch of EQ on my PC.

If I'm headed in the right direction, please let me know. If I need to get Windows Server (like the guide in the link states) and setup an actual server, please let me know.

Thanks!

Yes, Windows 2000 can be used to run 0.5.0 (both client and server). There may be minor differences from what you see in that guide, but nothing that would prevent you from running a server.

Thanks for the info! I will be working on that tonight.

I have another question while I'm here...

* Visual Studio.NET 2003 - Spankin' new installation, no service packs

which one? Pro, Dev, or Enterprise? And have you seen the prices on that upgrade!!!??!?!

Is there no way around having to get this? Can I use VS 6?

Thanks again!

You will have to do some coding to compile with VS6. Parser.cpp has problems with it. It's pretty easy to get around, as parser.cpp is not vital and you can just comment out a lot of it.