Hello, Everyone.

I dabbled with DNN 4.x about a year ago, trying to use it as a simple intranet site in my office.  I had it working on my PC but I never got it to run on the network, most likely due to my own lack of knowledge and experience. 

I want to try DNN again, but not for the same purpose.  I'd like to start by using DNN to make a new version of my buddy's hobby website, which is mainly just a picture gallery and comment/forum sections.

After that, however, I'd like to get into module development (I have some experience with VB.Net and C#) and build a site which will perform industry-specific functions for which I currently use some clunky VBA macros I've written.

I guess the point of this post is to ask for suggestions:

1.  What version of DNN should I use to get started?
2.  What host should I use that would allow for easy set-up to get started on the hobby site but also allow for smooth transition when I'm ready to begin module development?  ...and one that is affordable?
3.  Can/should I use the same version of DNN for the basic, hobby site as I would for developing custom content?
4.  I have both VS 2005 and 2008...do you recomend on over the other?

Thanks for your help,

Brad

Thanks...what a great and timely response!

Which DNN package do you recommend?  If I start out on the hobby site with just the install package, what will I have to do if I decide to extend or customize the site?  Does using the install package restrict what you can do with the site in the future?

Thanks, again!