Research on SmarTech's CEO Jeff Averbeck: his INPUT into Microsoft's Small Business Server

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I posted this in this thread and then considered it should have its own thread.

http://www.democraticunderground.com/discuss/duboard.php?az=show_mesg&forum=389&topic_id=475756&mesg_id=477580

Microsoft Announces Beta Availability of Small Business Server 4.5
New Version of Leading Small Business Server Solution Designed to Meet Needs of Technology Providers

REDMOND, Wash., Jan. 11, 1999
Microsoft Announces Beta Availability of Small Business Server 4.5: New Version of Leading Small Business Server Solution Designed to Meet Needs of Technology Providers

"With this new release we expect to double our business, thanks to the new generation of technology-provider-focused tools and increased support for up to 50 workstations," said technology provider Jeff Averbeck, president and CEO of SMARTech. "Microsoft really listened to us and incorporated our top feature requests in Small Business Server 4.5."

New features to support technology providers include the following:

• Enhanced setup engine offers an automated and flexible installation process with interactive help, hardware confirmation pages, a progress bar and the ability to specify installation directories for applications.

• Small Business Server Internet Connectivity Wizard allows easy configuration of Small Business Server with any ISP using the broadest range of connectivity options, including ADSL, cable modem, ISDN and other high-speed solutions.

• Server Status tool delivers scheduled server status and log reports via e-mail or fax.

• Enhanced Remote Administration tool utilizes Microsoft NetMeeting® conferencing software version 2.1 to allow technology providers to administer and manage Small Business Server sites remotely.

• Two no-charge telephone support incidents and unlimited free online support will be available at product release to make it easier for technology providers to support their customers.

• The maximum number of licensed client workstations has increased from 25 to 50.

• The separate Small Business Server with Office Pro SKU now features a fully integrated version of the Office 2000 business productivity software suite.

Technology providers can receive in-depth technical information about Small Business Server 4.5 by attending a no-cost Direct Access event in their area. More information about these briefings is available at http://www.microsoft.com/directaccess/events/default.as... .
Small Business Server 4.5 is a comprehensive and integrated suite of server applications designed to provide small businesses with the powerful networking and application server capabilities of Windows NT Server 4.0, as well as internal and external e-mail functionality, a relational database, fast and secure Internet access, fax- and modem-sharing services, and an easy-to-use console for basic server administration.
Founded in 1975, Microsoft (Nasdaq "MSFT" ) is the worldwide leader in software for personal computers. The company offers a wide range of products and services for business and personal use, each designed with the mission of making it easier and more enjoyable for people to take advantage of the full power of personal computing every day.

DEMOCRACY RULES!

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1. Notice, if you please...

The integral email functionality...

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2. One of my Favs

• Enhanced Remote Administration tool utilizes Microsoft NetMeeting® conferencing software version 2.1 to allow technology providers to administer and manage Small Business Server sites remotely.

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3. Just the thing...

For those late night strategy sessions from home.

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4. Or..........

some of those races that are Too Close Too Call elections, that are held over into the wee hours of the morning.

Oh, I dunno know Ohio comes to mind. Just saying...

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5. Hmmm...

n/t

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6. In case this was overlooked

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