How to Choose a Server for Small Business?

Using a server for your business is a big decision, therefore some trepidation is understandable. This guide will explain the basic principles to help you decide which class of server best suit you needs. Although a small server might look no different from an advanced, high-end desktop PC. But the machines of server PC are designed for very different tasks. While a desktop computer is designed for one person who needs a user-friendly operating system, a server runs a very specialized operating system designed to support many users.

Cloud server services such as Amazon Web Services, Rackspace Cloud Hosting and Microsoft’s Windows Azure, offer a number of benefits, especially for starters. You don’t have to worry about the equipment or software becoming outdated or obsolete. But, if that cloud service firm experiences a disaster, your business could see some disastrous days. What’s worse is, in that condition you could temporarily or permanently lose access to all your data. Another problem with cloud server is, if you lose internet connection, then you will be cut off from your applications and data and your employees won’t be able to share files. It also brings up some privacy and security concerns.

Some big names in the server market are Fujitsu, HP, Dell, IBM, Lenovo and Oracle. Choosing the right server depends in larger measure on the applications you intend to run on it. Consider a NAS or even a Windows Home Server machine such as Netgear, QNAP, HP, Seagate and Synology, if all you need is file sharing, light-duty remote access for PCs and automated client backup. If you have more employees using computers and you need to operate an email or print server to manage a complex database or have very large storage requirements, or run sophisticated server-based applications such as ERP or CRM, then you probably want more robust option such as a rack, blade or tower server.

Server installation requires a great deal of time and professional hands to perform. At Network Repairs, we offer sever installation services by experts. Our proficient technicians can help you to setup all your server related problems and new server installation processes. For further assistance, call 416-410-1984 to talk to our customer support.