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Microsoft Exchange Server is part of the Microsoft Servers range of products. It handles messaging and collaborative software functions for different people or teams who have a common goal such as employees of a particular company. The various software programs which are embedded as part the Exchange Server are some of the most essential which are widely used in the corporate environment. These various features of the Microsoft Exchange Server include calendaring, contacts, tasks, electronic mail as well as support for mobile and web-based access to information. Data storage is also enabled as part of the features of this product. Most companies who use this product already use a number of Microsoft products., which tends to makes the transition to Microsoft Exchange Server a lot easier. In todays workplace whether the establishment under consideration is a small office or large one, employees require access to their e-mail, calendars, contacts and a whole lot more regardless of their location and the devices which they use to access these services. It is this seamless connection and collaborative capabilities that the Microsoft Exchange Server delivers. Microsoft' claims that its product balances the need for on-demand access to such applications with cost effectiveness and security. When it comes to the small office, cost effectiveness is paramount as business managers want to maximize resources without having to waste money. Centralized security from the Microsoft Exchange Server also handles the aspect of risk . The ever increasing threat of viruses and other harmful programs which may be delivered through email systems, means that the centralized system curtails the risk by screening all the data in a central location instead of having to deal with securing data and screening it for threats from multiple entry points. Spam is also a regular nuisance with email and providing a central solution to handle it is a welcome idea as well. Rather than having to use unsecured communication channels for messaging, the Microsoft Exchange Server provides a secure internal communication channel at no extra cost or degree of complexity. Handling regulations and making sure employees comply with them is so much easier because of the central nature of the infrastructure. Once changes are implemented they apply to everyone instantly. |

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