a server is a physical computer dedicated to run one or more services to serve the needs of the users of other computers on a network. Depending on the computing service that it offers it could be a database server, file server, mail server, print server, web server, gaming server, or some other kind of server.

1. The Server Scenario: Do You
Know Where
Your Server Is?
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2. The Server Scenario

4. SERVER(Computing)
• A computer or device on a network that manages
network resources.
• Many type of Servers; example
• File Server
• Print Server
• Database Server
• Etc……
• Server are often dedicated
• On multiprocessing operating systems - a single
computer can execute several programs at once

5. Most Common Use
a server is a physical computer dedicated to run one
or more services to serve the needs of the users of
other computers on a network. Depending on the
computing service that it offers it could be a
database server, file server, mail server, print server,
web server, gaming server, or some other kind of
server.

6. Top 5 Server Terms
WEB Servers - computers that deliver (serves up) Web pages
Proxy Servers – It sits between a client application, such as a
Web browser, and a real server.
Dedicated Servers - a single computer in a network reserved
for serving the needs of the network
Application Servers - a program that handles all application
operations between users and an organization's backend
business applications or databases
Cloud Servers - hosting services are made available to
customers on demand via the Internet

7. Does My SMB Need a
Server?

8. Do I need A Server?
Does your business have more than 5 employees? If
your answer is “Yes,” then your business should be
using a server network

9. The Mistake SMBs Make
• They continue adding workstation to their
peer to peer network
• Peer-to-peer networks don't provide them
with much in the way of security and resource
sharing.
• They often have problems accessing
workstations, lose data due to viruses or
spyware, or experience intermittent Internet
problems

10. But what exactly is a
Server?
• Many people are under the misconception that a
server is no different from a typical desktop PC.
• While almost any PC that meets the minimum
hardware requirements can run the server
operating system, that doesn't make it a true
server
• Even if the desktop had similar processor speeds,
memory and storage capacity, it still isn't a
replacement for a real server

11. Engineered for different
purposes
• A server is engineered to manage, store, send and process data,
24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 356 days a year.
• It need to be far more reliable than their desktop counterparts.
• Some servers will include:
• - Duel processors; either equipped or capable
• - Redundant hard drives or power supplies
• - Hot swappable components
• - Are scalable; to meet current, as well as future needs
• - Can process data faster and more efficiently

12. Server Benefits
• File and Network security
• Increased reliability
• Centralized data storage and shared resources
• Virus Management
• Centralized Backup

13. Find the Right Server
• Choosing your OS.
• When it comes to choosing an operating system
for your server, there really aren't a lot of
options — Windows or Linux.
• A Linux-based OS does a fine job. It's reliable
and has modest hardware requirements.
• A few Options available:
• Standard Servers
• Cloud Computing Environment

14. Will I have to replace my
Server in SIX months?
Yes, you need a server / How Much it Cost? / Now you concerned with the
prospect of having to replace your server in six months or so
Before investing in a new server, you need to consider its applications,
storage, processor, and form factor, as well as the server's life expectancy
and ROI

15. How Long Will My
Server Last?
• Since servers are typically configured with built-in
redundancy and high-quality, enterprise-grade components,
in most cases you can expect your server to last much
longer than six months.
• The more realistic timeframe for the life expectancy of a
server is between three and five years
• There are several key reasons to consider either replacing
your server or transitioning it to handle less mission-critical
tasks as it gets closer to four or five years of age.
• OR current trend, an option for dedicated Hosting;
colocation or cloud hosting environment

16. When Should I Replace My
Server?
• Servers are typically replaced when the server service
contract expires or when the cost-to-performance ratio
gets too high.
• Server service contract expiration - The purchase of a
server typically includes a limited-period service contract
through either the server vendor or a third-party service;
when a company's vendor service contract expires, most
businesses either replace the server or transition it to
handle tasks that aren't as critical to the ongoing operation
of the business.
• A significant increase in the server’s cost-to-performance
ratio is often a key impetus for its replacement.

17. Server Replacement
Options Summary
If you can gain performance benefits and/or cost
efficiency by purchasing a new server, of if the likelihood
of failure and risk of downtime becomes too great, you'll
know it's time to replace your server. While hardware
parts can fail at any time, with the higher-quality
components used in servers as well as the built-in
redundancy for failproof operation, in most cases you
can expect your new server to last much longer than six
months.
Before investing in a new server, you need to consider its
applications, storage, processor, and form factor, as well
as the server's life expectancy and RO

18. Did You Know Where Your
Server Is?

19. The Future of Computing
• The future of computing can be described as a
data center that is a dynamic environment
consisting of pools of high-performing
computing resources that can be centrally
managed, readily automated and efficiently
maintained

20. About SKALI

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