Ive been asked to look into Internet community radio through work and was just looking for ideas and suggestions for software and equipment. Initially it will just be streaming pre-recorded local content like unsigned local bands etc (looped) but we will want to look at live broadcasts too.

Is it best to use a dedicated PC and a cable connection? Or what about companies who will give us server space? Is that a better option as Im unsure how much (if any) free bandwidth i will have to play with.

So basically i need opinions on everything!

Thoughts appreciated.