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Many small businesses are turning to computer technology to help them be more efficient,
boost productivity, or just make life easier.
However, limited budgets mean that finding the right technology is critical.
Technology needs to enable small firms like yours to do business better, and deliver clear business value at a price you can afford. For some, that means technology that enables people to work together more easily, and for others, it could mean providing remote workers with reliable access to office-based resources.
For most it means technology that 'does what it says on the box', but does not demand that significant time and money be spent on maintenance. Do you like many small business owner managers want:
Solutions that hit the ground running?
Technology that is ready to go, straight out of the box. No disruption, delay and lost revenues due to long, complicated installations
Technology that looks after itself?
Do you want to invest in solutions that require minimal management time,
or can be cost effectively supported and maintained by IT suppliers?
Microsoft Windows Small Business Server 2003 is designed specifically to meet the needs of small businesses. Based on the latest Microsoft Windows server technologies, it delivers an integrated, easy to use server solution that is simple to install and set up.
Quick, easy installations and user setup
Windows Small Business Server 2003 is quick to set up and lets you efficiently add new users. With Small Business Server 2003, passwords, permissions and user profiles are easy to set up. New desktop PCs, notebooks and mobile devices can furthermore be made network ready by a largely automatic process, saving you time and allowing new users to get up and running with ease.
Easy network administration and management
Windows Small Business Server 2003 helps simplify network administration by providing wizards that take the hassle out of common or repetitive tasks, along with preconfigured management consoles that give you the tools you need to manage your network.
Furthermore, the system 'remembers' what you've done and automatically pre-empts you when you come to do these tasks again, freeing you from repetition. You are provided with the tools you need to monitor the health of your network and
optimize its performance in ways that are both stress-free and simple.
Monitoring server health and reducing downtime
Windows Small Business Server 2003 provides you with enhanced tools to help you monitor server activity, and provides you with performance and usage reports either online or via email. Careful monitoring of your server's performance can help significantly reduce downtime and allow you to quickly respond when issues arise.
An easy to implement and use backup strategy
Windows Small Business Server Backup Wizard guides you through the creation and implementation of a successful backup strategy. Once this has been set up, Small Business Server 2003 does the rest for you. It reports on every backup via email so that you can monitor its effectiveness even if you are out of the office, and you're given reminders when the tape needs to be changed.
Flexible, cost-effective support
Windows Small Business Server 2003 includes remote access tools designed to make management easier. Technology providers will be able offer you flexible, remote support and spend less time on site. This will enable them to offer you more cost effective monthly support contracts and service.
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