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Where Microsoft's EBS fits in
March 11, 2009 InfoWorld
The new Windows Essential Business Server looks like a good fit for midsize enterprises. In the world of Microsoft server rollouts, we're typically faced with two choices: either a Small Business Server (SBS) for the all-in-one option that supports organizations with up to 75 users or devices, or the full Server that can expand to meet thousands of users within your organization.
Get Started With a Small-Business Server
February 4, 2009 PC World
The interface of Essential Business Server 2008 is designed for businesses with at least one full-time IT employee. Again, a single, main graphical console controls nearly everything, so even generalist techs can manage the network.
At Long Last, Microsoft Ships Small/Essential Business Server 2008 November 12, 2008 ChannelWeb
Microsoft on Wednesday began shipping its long-awaited Windows Small Business Server 2008 and Windows Essential Business Server 2008.
Microsoft kicks off next era of small business softwareNovember 12, 2008 Networkworld
Microsoft Wednesday released an updated bundle of infrastructure servers for small business and its first-ever offering tailored to midsized businesses, and said the two would evolve alongside the company's software-plus-services strategy.
SBS 2008 and EBS 2008 Build on Knowledge Every IT Shop NeedsNovember 2008 Windows IT Pro
Microsoft's thorough research into what small-to-midsized businesses (SMBs) need in a network infrastructure led to easier installation and management for the latest version of Windows Small Business Server (SBS) and the new Windows Essential Business Server (EBS).
Review: Windows Essential Business Server 2008 Release Candidate 1 July 30, 2008 Computerworld
Recently, Microsoft released its second release candidate build, RC1, of Windows Essential Business Server, or EBS, a midmarket server solution for businesses with 50 to 300 users and computers.
Microsoft Gears Up for Midmarket Server BlitzJuly 11, 2008 eweek.com
Microsoft gives its partners a better look at Windows Small Business Server 2008 and Essential Business Server 2008. The Microsoft products are aimed at the SMB and midmarket segments.
Partners: An 'Essential' Element in Microsoft's SMB Plans July 7, 2008 Redmond Channel Partner Online
Microsoft used the occasion of its 2008 Worldwide Partner Conference today to announce that November 12 will be the official launch date of Windows Essential Server Solutions, which are all-in-one software solutions for small-to-medium businesses (SMBs) based on Windows Server 2008 and other Microsoft server technologies.
Microsoft Makes November 'Essential'July 7, 2008 eweek Microsoft Watch
Today, the company announced that Small Business Server 2008 and Essential Business Server 2008 would launch on Nov. 12.
Microsoft Midmarket Server Could Save IT a BundleJuly 7, 2008 SearchWinIT.com
Microsoft has set a November launch date for its midmarket server bundle. Formerly code-named Centro, the Windows Essential Business Server Standard Edition combines Windows Server 2008, Exchange Server 2007, System Center Essentials 2007, Forefront Security for Exchange, and an upcoming release of ISA Server designed for the midmarket server called the Threat Management Gateway.
First Look: Windows Essentials Business Server 2008July 4, 2008 apcmagpro.com
With Small Business Server aimed at businesses of up to 75 users, Microsoft's EBS 2008 is for medium-sized companies with up to 300. We preview Release Candidate 0.
Microsoft Announces Public Preview and Pricing for Windows Essential Server SolutionsMay 14, 2008 eChannelLine.com
Microsoft has announced the public preview and pricing for Windows Essential Server Solutions (WESS), which include Windows Small Business Server 2008 and an entirely new server solution called Windows Essential Business Server 2008.
Beta Versions of SBS and EBS Get VARs ExcitedMay 11, 2008 Channel Insider
VARs that have been specially selected to take part in the Beta testing of the Microsoft Small Business Server 2008 and Essential Business Server 2008 have given a resounding thumbs up to the new launches.
SMB - Microsoft Reveals SMB Software Pricing, PreviewsMay 13, 2008 Network World
Microsoft on Tuesday revealed pricing details for a new server software bundle aimed at midsize companies and the next version of its Small Business Server product.
Windows Small Business Server 2008 and Windows Essential Business Server 2008 Preview Part 1: Pricing and LicensingMay 13, 2008 Paul Thurrott’s Windows Supersite
Today, Microsoft announced the release of Windows Essential Business Server 2008 release candidate 0 (RC0) and the pending release of Windows Small Business Server (SBS) 2008 RC0. Both products, along with Windows Home Server, are now marketed as being part of the same product family, called Windows Essential Server Solutions. More interesting, perhaps, Microsoft will also announce pricing and licensing terms for the new products today.
Partners Ramp Up for SBS, EBS LaunchesApril 23, 2008 Redmond Channel Partner
In the second half of this year -- which is, after all, rapidly approaching -- Microsoft will roll out a couple of major products for partners in the SMB space. Windows Small Business Server 2008 and Windows Essential Business Sever 2008 are the cornerstones of Redmond's revamped server strategy for SMBs. SBS 2008 is for the really little guys; EBS is for midsize companies.
'Centro' and 'Cougar' Become Windows Server EssentialsFebruary 27, 2008 The Windows Observer
Microsoft last week grouped its bundles of Windows software for small and midsize businesses under the Windows Server Essentials brand. “Centro,” the former codename for the new midsize business offering that has been in development for two and a half years, becomes Windows Essential Server 2008, while “Cougar,” the codename for the small business offering, continues its lineage with the Windows Small Business Server 2008 name.
Microsoft Says New Server Family 'Essential' for MidmarketFebruary 21, 2008 eWeek Channel Insider
Microsoft says its new Essential Server family, targeted for small and midmarket businesses, will help customers drive recurring revenue. Microsoft has unveiled details of its Essential Server family of products, including Essential Business Server targeted specifically for the midmarket, which it says will help partners earn recurring revenue through services and spur customer upgrades.
Microsoft Tunes Infrastructure Bundles for Small Businesses, Weaves in ServicesFebruary 20, 2008 Network World
Microsoft Wednesday added new versions, deployment choices, and services options to its Small Business Server upgrade due later this year and created a group of products and services aimed at small and midsize businesses.
Microsoft Reveals Details of New Small-Business OS February 20, 2008 ComputerWorld
Microsoft Corp. on Wednesday revealed details of the next version of its Windows operating system for small businesses and formally introduced a new product line aimed at small and midsize businesses.
Microsoft Gives A Peek Into Centro's FutureNovember 7, 2007 CRN
Microsoft on Wednesday offered details on its widely anticipated midmarket server, giving the product an official name and setting a timeframe for its release. Microsoft will release a beta version of Windows Essential Business Server, formerly known as Centro, within the next 30 to 60 days, and plans to launch it in the second half of next year, according to Russ Madlener, director of product planning for Microsoft's server and tool division.
Microsoft Gives Centro a New NameNovember 7, 2007 eWeek
Microsoft is officially naming the server solution it has been developing for the midsize business market Windows Essential Business Server, which replaces the code name "Centro."
Microsoft's midmarket server comes togetherNovember 7, 2007 TechTarget
For Windows shops with limited hands to manage multiple systems, Microsoft hopes its midmarket server will strike a chord. Beta 2 of Centro, now called Windows Essential Business Server, is expected out in 30 to 60 days. The package combines the upcoming Windows Server 2008 -- which is due out in early 2008 -- plus Exchange Server 2007, System Center Essentials, the next version of ISA Server and Forefront Security for Exchange in one bucket. It is aimed at shops with 25 to 250 desktops.
