File Management

A server enables file storage in one central location where employees can access versions they need and can work collaboratively with ease, without overburdening their hard drives or risk losing files.

Application Management

Running software from a server means that you can upgrade multiple systems at the same time — keeping your systems in sync.

Mobility

With a server based network a Virtual Private Network (VPN) can be set up to access the server over the Internet. You can then access your network when away from the office, no matter where you or your employees are. Add wireless connectivity to your network and you can rearrange your workspaces to work from any office location.

Collaboration 

Employees can share not only the files they're working on, but also group calendars, contact lists and project management applications. You can also set up a company intranet to improve in-office communications and establish a protected extranet to work with customers and clients who play a role in getting things done.

Security 

Servers can be configured to back up data automatically using duplicate hard drives, recording data to tape systems or copying your files to secure off-site locations.

Servers also give you control over what your employees are putting on their PCs, blocking them from installing unauthorized and potentially harmful applications and giving you more control over what programs are running on your system.

To keep your data safe from outside threats you can tightly control Internet interaction. By using multiple levels of access control, data encryption and firewalls designed to keep intruders and viruses out, you keep your information safe from prying eyes and hackers, while also enjoying the convenience of a wireless office setup.

Performance 

Storing files centrally and moving commonly used applications away from individual desktops, enables individual systems — and your business — to run faster. Today’s servers can run many programs simultaneously on the same machine, and it’s easy to add more storage and memory in a relatively small space.