Well, I can't imagine a host that doesn't want a new account. That's what the /hosts file means to them. However, to most hosts, the ability to change that file means "reseller" for which there is a different fee structure. That being said, however, my hosting company doesn't even know when I add new domains to my portfolio. I get my domains through GoDaddy and point them to my host's DNS's. Then I go to cPanel and create a new subdomain. Then create a new folder for the new domain under public_html/sites and I'm ready. The host never even knew I did it.
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From: Roger
What alternatives are available for establishing drupal multi site if I cannot get the ISP to change /etc/hosts to include new sites?