The Linux operating system, and open source software in general, represents an incredible saving compared with proprietary alternatives because it is free to use and is developed by a worldwide community of expert programmers. A comparison of open source and Microsoft software reveals a saving of over £7,000 in setting-up a 10-client office network.

• SAMBA 3 file server
• MySQL 5 database server
• Apache 2 web server

• Open Office 2
• Fedora Linux
• Postfix Mail with OpenGroupware

• Windows Small Business Server 2003 Premium
  (£580 plus £355 5 clients)

• Office 2003 Professional (£334 x 10)
• Windows XP Professional (£286 x 10)

We can help you realise these cost savings, building your network with software renowned for its reliability and security.