The virtual environment lowers IT infrastructure costs through resource consolidation and more effective use of server power. For Warsaw firm, DCS Computer Consultants Group, virtualization is the way to lower client hosting costs for those with insufficient funds to lease or rent dedicated servers. DCS used for this purpose Microsoft® Virtual Server 2005 R2 and applications' firm VMware. While testing Microsoft® Windows Server 2008 RC1 programs, it became possible to also test the beta version of the newest Microsoft virtual environment, DCS did not hesitate to accept.

INSYS, a firm which installs WWW applications, received a proposition to modernize internet television of Poznan sports club KKS Lech, LechTV Online. Analysis of service needs showed that the previous solution was not efficient enough, and had limitations of scale and expandability. Windows Server 2008 platform was used to build the service, which resulted in the start of the service in only 6 weeks.

Over many years, home.pl built its success using UNIX software. The market strategy of home.pl assumed constant development and always inclined the firm's owners to look for new technology, thanks to which the company could offer its clients the highest quality products. This search was directed at solutions to provide hosting services. Using the solution Microsoft® Windows® Server® 2003, the firm strengthened its position as leader, because it was the first to offer this kind of product to the segment of service suppliers for SMB.

One of the operating goals of the Olsztyn firm is designing Web network solutions based on Microsoft hosting solutions. ITM needed a complex platform to effectively create, manage and maintain portals and applications based on Web network. Because the operating purposes of the firm are to create software for different branches of the market and provide hosting services, the company acknowledged that version RC1 of Windows Server 2008 would satisfy its needs. Installing a new structure resulted in faster and more precise reaction to emergencies and problems of each working Web application.

Burben, located in Warsaw, is design firm specializing in using CAD for urban, architecture-building and installation projects. Operation of the firm is highly computerized The company was one of the first in Poland to use an integrated computer system for design. Burben, thinking about infrastructure development, was invited to test Windows Vista and Office. Four out of eight possible parts were installed for testing: Windows Server 2008: Security and Policy Enforcement, Web and Application Platform, Server Management, Setup & Deployment.

Cafe News, because of the character of its operations, is based on two foundations: creation of application code (desktop and internet) and hosting these applications. Previous software was created with the help of Microsoft Visual Studio 2005, and Microsoft IIS 6.0 servers were hosting platforms working under the control of Microsoft Windows 2003. The company decided to update every element of software used by the firm. On programmers' desks appeared Microsoft Visual Studio 2008 instead of 2005, servers were started under the control of Microsoft Windows Server 2008 in place of the 2003 version, and IIS7 was responsible for internet hosting.

CentrumXP.pl is a service, which presents technological news, about Microsoft products, but also the service should be a reflection of the current functions and capacity of Windows Server. Owners of the service decided to update, as fast as possible, its platform to Windows Server 2008 RC1. The main reason was the opportunity to use the newest function of IIS7 server to improve service capacity and to make it easier to manage the entire portal.

ChromeCRM, as MarIT, from the beginning specialized in the production of advanced computer systems for business needs. The majority of its products is network applications. These programs are still developed, improved and enriched with additional functions. When the newest version of Windows Server 2008 appeared on the market, ChromeCRMfirst decided to create a test environment for its programs, and then purchased a totally new server platform. Thanks to this solution, the firm gained a modern and effective system, which increased speed and capacity.

The solution leverages Microsoft Office SharePoint Server 2007 and eLearning Portal as a base for Global online learning environment, which provides scalable platform for e-learning, supporting tens of thousands users. The environment supports automatic tests, integrated storage of training materials, and access to e-shop with online courses as well as to online dean’s office.

Offering translation and training, IDEA Language Center is based on a nationwide network of cooperators. Thanks to installation of the Microsoft Small Business (SBS) 2003 platform distribution of orders, verification of results and daily communication are much more effective, which allows IDEA to remain a local leader.