When you create a network that you and your employees can depend on, you can focus on your business instead of technology issues. SBS 2003 R2 offers enhanced security, the “green check” that indicates if your software is up-to-date, and the ability to back up and restore vital data.

Make your IT budget go further by taking advantage of server-based computing. You can save money by sharing printers, fax machines and Internet connectivity. And save time with remote access to e-mail, company data and customer information – any time of the day. Easy-to-use collaboration tools, such as company intranets, also save you time and increase productivity.

Interact more professionally with customers and manage your business relationships more effectively with a customisable company Web site, your own e-mail system, and one-to-many fax and e-mail capabilities.

Easily upgrade from a previous version or migrate from another server system. Learn how you can get a maximum return on your server upgrade investment.

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SmallBusinessComputing.com (June 21, 2005): In the long run, it is the core features of Small Business Server 2003, including centralized e-mail services, a company Web server, and remote access to user desktops, all managed through integrated tools and using a common set of users that will prove the real benefit to your company.

Windows IT Pro (2005): "It was no contest, really. A large majority of Windows IT Pro readers valued Microsoft Small Business Server (SBS) 2003's built-in Shared Fax Service more than any competitor. Shared Fax Service provides fax services to client computers in a small-business network. Users can send faxes from their desktop through a shared fax modem or interface, administered through SBS. Administrators can configure calling times and priorities and can manage the fax queue."

New York Post (June 16, 2005): What were once storefront operations that rolled down the shutters at 6 p.m. often now have computers humming 24 hours a day. They have to – they're competing with blue chips in London and startups in India, and they need technology to stay in the game.

PC Magazine (2004): SBS 2003 gives small businesses the power of Windows Server 2003 without the complexity. It includes server-based solutions for e-mail, fax, database and security, all in one integrated solution with unified setup and centralized management.

APC Mag (February 13, 2004): SBS has finally matured from being a spin-off from the “real” servers to being custom-designed for small businesses. SBS 2003 will appeal to both small businesses ready to move to a server-based network and to existing customers looking for enhanced e-mail, intranet and communication features.