Opera Unite: a Web server on the Web browser
Found this a few minutes ago and I might try it on the emachine with the dying
hard drive:
With Opera 10, we are introducing a new technology called Opera Unite, radically
extending what you are able to do online. Opera Unite harnesses the power of
today's fast connections and hardware, allowing all of us to help define the future
landscape of the Web, one computer at a time. Read about how Opera Unite is
going to change the way we interact on the Web on
labs.opera.com.
File Sharing:
A simple and safe way to share files directly from your computer.
Fridge:
A fun place for people to leave notes on your computer.
Media Player:
Access your complete home music library from wherever you are
Photo Sharing:
Share your personal photos with friends around the world without the need to
upload them.
The Lounge:
Invite your friends to a chat in The Lounge hosted on your computer
Web Server:
Host your Web sites running from your own computer.
http://unite.opera.com/Thump