Lycos does provide php but i do not like them at all...

I would like to setup a database of hosts to have on this site at a later stage.
You will be able to search for hosts by what they offer.
There are a number of hosts which provide free plans with PHP, try this site to search - Webhosts4free
That should help you out
Your best bet is to find a small hosting company that offers smallish plans and you should get more features.
Some require you to place a banner but others dont require anything

... hmmm, John I wonder where you could find some sort of custom-hosting company LoL

James

Yes I wonder. :huh: <_< :huh: :blink: Oh yeah. custom-host.net.

LoL wrong URL but don't tell

Photoshop is a solid program to user, altough I am starting to like Fireworks quite a bit. Dreamweaver is good for quick layouts or starting a template. But you can't beat a good text editor for making sure the code is a clean and efficient as possible.

I use photoshop and fireworks.
The images trun out well with a bit of both.