Hello Everyone!
My name is Josue and I am an undergrad student at USF. Although my current plans aren't geared towards IT, I do all the IT work for my parent's private office.
I have a question for a possible "real" server setup in the office. Its currently in a "pseudo server setup", if you will (desktop hardware serving as the server).
I'm trying to clarify what (hardware) purchases would need to be made to accomplish the switch. First off, I'm really hoping this is something I can accomplish myself (sans a professionally certified IT), and, more importantly, Manage by myself. So please advise me otherwise. I do have a knack for computers and have managed the office independently for a few years now.
I know with certainty that new server hardware will need to be purchased. (and I've looked at Sandeep's DIY recommendations)
But will the 8 "workstations" currently setup with Windows 7 need to be replaced with separate hardware? Or do they get used in the new setup?
Essentially, I am confused about the "Client" hardware. Does windows server software get installed on them or a special client software?
I prefer to live by the phrase "If it ain't broke, don't fix it" but he's been looking to expand (extra provider...and thus an extra assistant...thus more computers) and as of right now, at least two workstations need an upgrade. Therefore I am hesitant to have him purchase two new computers if they can not be used in a real client/server setup in the future.
I'd appreciate any of your clarification, advice etc. on this situation. And if there are specific sites that you can link me to with more information, please let me know.
Thanks.
