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21 September 2009:
Small Business Server now end of life
Small Business Server is now end of life. However customers purchasing SBS 2008 can use downgrade rights to continue using SBS 2003.
29 July 2009:
Microsoft has hit the Release to Manufacturing milestone for Windows 7
Microsoft are now packaging copies and manufacturers are putting it on new PCs ready for shipping out from 22^nd October 2010!
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Windows Small Business Server

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Windows Small Business Server:

Affordable
Reliable
Increases efficiency
Reduces costs

Windows SBS 2008 is designed to provide small businesses with an affordable, "all-in-one" solution that helps protect important business data and drive growth. New migration models and tools make it easier than ever to upgrade or migrate to Windows SBS 2008 from legacy systems or previous versions of Windows Server or Windows SBS.

Features and benefits of SBS 2008:

Affordable, Integrated Solutions

Integrated and comprehensive
Designed and priced for small business
Flexible and scalable
Better control over business information and technology

Simplified Setup and Administration

Setup only answering business-related questions
Simple language to provide a step-by-step guide
Designed to meet the needs of small businesses
Better customisation through post-setup configuration or answer file

Help Protect Data

Task driven security management
Protect vital business data through automated backup and anti-malware protection
Keep your network healthy and up-to-date

Grow Your Business Capacity

Work virtually anywhere, anytime
Increase your business capacity
Enable connection with customers, vendors, suppliers seamlessly and professionally
Grow a market presence

SBS 2008 versions available from VIP:

SBS 2008 Standard

Windows Server 2008 technologies
Windows SharePoint® Services v3
Exchange 2007
Forefront™ Security for Exchange (1 year trial)
OneCare™ for Server (1 year trial)

VIP Order Code: 100420

SBS 2008 Premium

Windows Server 2008 technologies
Windows SharePoint® Services v3
Exchange 2007
Forefront™ Security for Exchange (1 year trial)
OneCare™ for Server (1 year trial)
Second server with Windows Server 2008 and SQL Server 2008 Standard technologies, plus Terminal Services® in applications mode supported

VIP Order Code: 100421

What are the opportunities for selling SBS 2008?

Grow your business model by delivering higher-margin, value-add solutions
Support more customers
Become a trusted advisor by stocking the latest technologies and delivering a broader range of solutions

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