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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a server?
At the most basic level, a server is a technology solution that serves files, data, print, fax resources and other information to multiple computers. Advanced server solutions, such as Windows Small Business Server 2003 R2, also enable you to manage user accounts and passwords, grant or restrict access to shared resources, automatically back up your data and access business information remotely.
What kind of server is right for me?
GadellNet will work with you to determine the best server solution for your company. In general, we suggest Microsoft Windows Small Business Server 2003 R2 (SBS 2003 R2). This server solution provides the most recent, secure, reliable and cost-efficient technology available and is a perfect fit for most small businesses with up to 75 employees.
What are the key features and benefits?
- Protected, reliable operating system
- File, print and application sharing
- Robust firewall for improved security and data protection
- Internal company website (Intranet) for document and information sharing
- Email and messaging solution
- Shared calendaring
- 75 GB email store capacity
- Automated network-wide patch and update management
- Daily report on status of desktops and sever(s) running Microsoft software
- Fax with fewer phone lines from desktops
- Receive faxes via email or automatically print faxes on network printer
- Powerful, integrated data management and reporting solution
- Tools to manage and monitor Intranet access
- Tools to develop websites
How will a server enhance my business?
Windows Small Business Server 2003 R2 lets you do more with less by providing technology and tools to help you run your business more efficiently, improve employee productivity, and reduce costs. SBS 2003 R2 helps:
- Provide one central place to store business information, making it easy for users to find, access and share information and schedules.
- Work from virtually anywhere, anytime, with access to email, internal websites, network files and even business applications from any internet-enabled PC. SBS 2003 R2 also integrates with Microsoft Windows Mobile-based Smartphone devices.
- Share resources and equipment. You can share internet access, printers and fax machines.
- Protect your investment in Windows. SBS 2003 R2 is built on Microsoft Windows Server 2003, the leading network platform technology, so you can protect your investment in training, applications and hardware.
- Run your business application of choice. SBS 2003 R2 Premium Edition includes a powerful, integrated data management and reporting solution that supports the largest selection of business software applications.
- Reduce costs and increase flexibility through expanded client access license rights. SBS 2003 R2 entitles you to access additional servers in your network (Microsoft Exchange Server 2003, Microsoft SQL Server 2005 Workgroup Edition, Windows Server 2003), saving you money and offering you more flexibility in growth.
- Invest in a product you can grow with. As your business needs change, SBS 2003 R2 grows with you by providing a “technology building block” for additional servers and a seamless transition path to the full line of Windows Server System products.
How will a server improve my customer relationships?
Windows Small Business Server 2003 R2 gives you the tools to take better care of customers, present a professional appearance and manage customer relationships more effectively. With SBS 2003 R2, you can:
- Stay connected with customers anywhere, anytime. You can access business information and resources, e-mail, calendars, contacts, internal websites, network files, business applications and information from any PC with Internet access.
- Present a professional image. SBS 2003 R2 delivers tools to create a customized website and personalized communications to increase your credibility with customers.
- Streamline customer communications with one-to-many e-mail capabilities and a shared contact database to manage customer information, so you remain top of mind with customers.
Why should I purchase a server through GadellNet?
GadellNet offers small businesses a unique turn-key server solution making the transition to a new server and upgraded network painless. Partnering with the largest and most important industry leaders - Microsoft, HP, Intel, Cisco and Linksys, we provide our customers with solid solutions, a large knowledgebase and an unbeatable local support team.
Contact us today for more information about what we can do for you!
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