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The Server is the main computer(s) that manage the information of your organisation. Servers handle the security, printing, storage of information, as well as e-mail, Internet or dial-up processes involved with keeping staff up to date and in touch.

From a management point of view, they need to be robust, easy to maintain, and fast.  We do recommend Microsoft Windows NT as the main system to use. Combined with the powerful e-mail and messaging system Microsoft Exchange, your organisation will have a lead in keeping the information flowing and available (to the right people at the right time).

A fast server will allow all users (be they in the office or at home) easy access to the right places, whilst keeping the less desirable members of the community out.  Whilst it is tempting to have one monster server, it may be more practical to have several smaller servers, with each one sharing the load of the network services.

Obviously we suggest you have brand name equipment, but you should also pay particular attention to the location and protection of the server. It should have a proper UPS to protect against power surges, and also be housed in a suitably protected cabinet.

The servers are the lifeblood of your system - so look after them and make sure they are properly maintained.

 

 

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