I get asked this question a lot: we’re a growing company, how do when know when it’s time for us to buy a server?
Many people will tell you that the time is when you have more than one computer that you want to connect. Wrong! That’s what peer-to-peer networking is for.
Others will say the minute you need to be able to access company files from home. Wrong again. GoToMyPC has solved that little dilemma.
And, a small batch will say it’s when you need to do group schedules. Buzz! Ever heard of Basecamp or Unfuddled anyone?
OK, so when is it time?
When you’re tired of:
- E-mailing co-workers files–or putting them into a CD–just so they can access your files on their machine
- Needing a printer for each machine (or you’re sick of switching out the printer cable)
- Wondering how you’re going to continue updating software and virus definition files for all the computers in your company
Chances are, if you’ve ever run into these kinds of challenges, you need a server.
Bottomline: So what are you waiting for?
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