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As a small business, your network is crucial.  A peer-to-peer network may have served your needs initially, but chances are you now need a client/server network:

Generally, it's time to upgrade to client/server network when:

  • You have more than five computers.

  • You have a contact manager or other database system that uses SQL Server.

  • You use customized business programs that require a client/server environment.

  • You have a shared Internet connection for your computers.

  • You need intra-office email in your office.

We'll help you determine your network needs by first assessing your current systems.  We'll then outline a program that would use the installed components as much as possible to increase your efficiency and improve the quality of the product that you and your staff produce, while keeping the cost of these upgrades within your budget.  Our recommendations take into account your long-range needs as well as short-term plans.

The most frequently used network for small businesses is Microsoft Windows 2003 Small Business Server.  It  contains the following products in an easy to manage package. (URL shortcuts below take you to the Microsoft Web Site.)

Microsoft Windows 2003 Server
Windows 2003 is the network operating system that provides file, print, Web, application, and management services.

Microsoft Exchange 2003 Server
Exchange Server is the messaging and collaboration server that delivers anytime, anywhere access to the people and information you want.

Microsoft Internet Security and Acceleration (ISA) Server 2003
This offers an extensible firewall with Web cache server and policy-based security, acceleration, and management of shared Internet connections.

SQL Server 2003
SQL Server is the fast, reliable relational database management server and engine for running a multitude of business software solutions.

Microsoft FrontPage 2003
FrontPage is the Microsoft Office Web site creation and management tool.

Microsoft Outlook 2003
Outlook is the Microsoft Office e-mail and personal information manager.

Microsoft Shared Fax Service
This feature lets you send and receive faxes, with the support for fax boards and ISDN cards, fax-over-IP, and broadcast fax support.

Microsoft Shared Modem Service
With Shared Modem Service, you can allow client machines to use modems shared on Small Business Server to connect to external information services.

Microsoft Health Monitor 2.1
Sends server status and advance warning of potential problems.

Call or write today for a discussion on how to best meet the needs of your business.

 

 

     

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