Until now, you may have relied on interconnected PCs—known as a Peer-to-Peer (P2P) network—to share files and resources. Such a setup may be adequate for one to five users, but it can restrict growth, reduce access speeds, and make it difficult to protect information and keep it available. With a shared and centralised server computing solution that benefits from the performance and reliability advantages over P2P and other non-server computing approaches, you can easily get more out of your computing resources.
A basic server network provides the same essential capabilities (access to data, printers, e-mail, and applications)—but it also gives a lot more users access to shared central resources. In addition, server-based computing offers a host of other important characteristics.
- Simple, cost-effective setup and administration
Using a server platform allows you to run your business applications, e-mail and collaboration systems, databases, and other applications for more efficient—and more profitable—business operations.
- Superior reliability
Count on ProLiant reliability for the long term, with products that have been fully tested and certified—from high-quality components to expandable options to the applications that your business runs.
- Enhanced productivity
Servers support shared access to the applications your business depends on, while also enabling your staff to work more efficiently.
- Robust data protection
Servers are less susceptible to attack than networked PCs. Unlike a P2P configuration, a server provides a single point of control, which makes implementing protection measures radically simple and quick.
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