Purchasing Windows Server 2003

I own a small expanding business and I am considering
updating to Windows 2003 Server. I was wondering, what
sort of training will be given for me as the owner of the
company, as to how to operate my new server operating
system? I am worried that I will setup my network and not
know how to porperly run the software. Any feedback will
be greatly appreciated.
Thanks for your time....
James

 

James

The first thing I would suggest is you look at Microsoft Small Business
Server:
http://www.microsoft.com/windowsserver2003/sbs/default.mspx

With regard to training, you will need to purchase your own training, if you
purchase your software using Microsofts Software Assurance program you may
be eligible to some free vouchers for training.

Contact your local Chamber of Commerce, they sometimes know of programs that
will assist small business with IT training.

 

In for a disappointment, I'm affraid

Windows Server software expects you to either be competent
yourself or to hire someone competent to install and run your
server. You may even find yourself in need of books or utilities
(Resource Kit) both to be bought separately.

If you don't have (access to) the required competence, you are
buying a problem, not a solution.

This entire group is dedicated to certification, i.e. the
prevention of such problems
Look for MCSE to plan and setup your network and MCSA to run it
on a day to day basis.