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Windows Small Business Server 2008 review

8.2

Editors' Rating

Excellent

Price:TBA

Verdict

This is an impressive update to Microsoft's Small Business Server that packs a big punch. However, it may be overkill for a lot of companies and isn't quite as easy to manage as it first appears... Read Full Review.

Pros

  • Full copies of Windows Server 2008 and Exchange Server 2007
  • Second OS and SQL Server 2008 included in Premium version
  • Easy deployment and much-improved management console

Cons

  • 64-bit only
  • SBS management console can only handle basic setup and administration tasks
  • Can be expensive
  • Limited backup options

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