Running a Terminal Server is a great way of reducing both initial and running costs of a computing environment. A Terminal Server computer setup differs to a traditional setup as the software required by clients run on the server itself and displayed on the clients screen whereas a traditional setup has the client system running the software.
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Additionally our after sale service is available to all customers who require assistance in using their new system. With our general usage support service we strive to ensure you are happy with your system by providing basic assistance in its usage and also to help in the event that you are having a problem. Additionally we also install what is known as 'Remote Administration' software with which we can correct any software problem you are having by remotely connecting to your system.
We also offer a service to maintain your server after installation. We are able to ensure your server remains up to date with the latest security patches as well as ensure that your server is working at peak efficiency.
How it Works
You can consider a Terminal Server to be a powerful desktop system. The main difference is that rather than show a display on a directly connected monitor it sends the display across a network to a client terminal. In this way the user uses the client terminal as if it were a normal desktop except the input from the user is sent to the Terminal Server and the resulting display sent back again. On top of this the Terminal Server is not limited to just one client terminal but rather can handle a number of clients connected to and using the Terminal Server at the same time.
Advantages and Disadvantages of a Terminal Server setup
A Terminal Server setup has a number of advantages and disadvantages over a
traditional computer setup. The following is a list of what to expect when
running a Terminal Server. If you are unsure whether or not a Terminal Server
is suitable for your needs please contact us
and we can determine if this type of setup is suitable for your environment.
Advantages:
Reduced Initial Implementation Costs
Since the processing work is done by the Terminal Server, client terminals
are very cheap as they are completely diskless and run the minimum of hardware.
While a Terminal Server is more expensive than a standard desktop system this cost
is offset by the reduced cost of client terminals.
Reduced Running Costs
Client terminals require very little ongoing maintenance and attention. Since only
the Terminal Server itself needs to be maintained running costs are kept to a absolute
minimum.
Upgradability
When it comes time to upgrade to a newer operating system only the Terminal Server needs
updating. The client terminals need not be touched at all.
Flexibility
User will not need to sit on any particular client terminal to access their user
account. Any user can sit at any terminal client and by providing a valid username
and password they are able to access their account.
Disadvantages:
Display Speed
Sometimes when the server and/or network is under heavy load the display on the client
terminals may be a little slow. However a well setup server and connecting network will
alleviate this problem in most instances.
Also high quality animated graphics may also be slow to display. Generally the network
connection between the client terminal and the Terminal Server is fast enough to
handle a movie clip however performance may suffer if a number of users are doing
this at the same time. A 3D animated graphics display (normally used for 3D games) is
not possible on a client terminal.
Dependency on Server
The client terminals rely on the Terminal Server to function. If the Terminal Server is
unavailable for any reason the client terminals will cease to function.
No Floppy or CD-ROM
Generally client terminals do not include any form of floppy or CD-ROM drive.
Running a terminal server is a great way of reducing both initial and running costs of a computing environment. Try our Terminal Servers to manage your IT costs.
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