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Microsoft Small Business Server (SBS)

Cobalt Computer Solutions' reputation for excellence means they are an approved Microsoft Partner and part of the Microsoft Research Panel. This gives the company direct links to the manufacturer, enabling it to receive regular updates on product development and feed-back with an informed view of how systems could be adapted to maximise benefits to businesses.

The Microsoft 2003/2008 Small Business Server acts as the epicentre of Cobalt's bespoke business computer systems. Networks are the lifeblood of businesses that deal with multiple and geographically diverse customers and colleagues. The networking services Cobalt offer can be seen as spokes in a wheel with the SBS as its central hub.

SBS has a huge range of features that can fit into many different businesses. As Cobalt focus on the problem and the solution, our job is to see and advise how it will fit into your business.

Exchange server

Exchange is a part of SBS or can be on a separate server. Exchange means that the users can always access essential communications. Email and calendars become shared, enabling true collaboration amongst users.

Often servers are purchased due to security or the need to share an accounts package, or similar.

The Exchange Server frequently has the biggest role, allowing users access to their email and schedules from anywhere. The iphone seems the most popular at the moment, but most phones can also receive email as if the user was sat at their desk. Cobalt can advise on the best mobile device depending on your needs. Windows Mobile HTCs or Blackberry are the market leaders.

Terminal Server (TS)

You need never be away from the office with a Terminal Server installed. With even the smallest businesses now operating within global marketplaces, the TS acts as an individual virtual office.

Whether sat in front of a desktop in Newquay or Beijing, this networking function means employees can log into their workplace PC and access everything on it, including files, programmes, documents, emails and calendars. Cut down on the cost of extra servers or reduce the cost of expensive licences for business applications.

Use TS to connect offices together and allow staff to hotdesk. The TS is the ultimate way to allow staff to work from home and still manage their productivity. It puts the right information in the right place at the right time, which is the secret of effective remote working.