Windows Server 2003 End of life Countdown - Advance Computer Systems York

What does this mean

As of the 24th July 2015, Microsoft are finally retiring the support of Windows Server 2003.
Support for Windows XP was retired last year and Windows 2003 Server is fast approaching end of life

How does this affect my everyday business?

In IT terms Windows 2003 Server is now classed as a relic and will soon become a major security issue to any business. Even though it will be possible to carry on using Windows Server 2003, it is strongly recommended that you do move away from software which is no longer supported as soon as possible to avoid the dangers and future problems.

What are the possibly consequences if I don’t update?

Organisations that are governed by regulatory bodies may find that they no longer comply if they are still running Windows Server 2003.

Older Software running on unsupported systems are more vulnerable to cyber security issues from Viruses & data mining.

Compatibility issues especially as time goes passes. New Software & hardware made, to tailored to be compatible with Windows Server 2003

Are there any benefits to upgrading?

Reduced Maintenance

Improved Performance

Speed & usability

Pro-active / Future issues avoided.

Increased Productivty

What are my Options?

There are several options available to you depending on your current configuration now. Advance Computer Systems have much experience in this field and help with the flawless transition. For the Server, we recommend Windows Server 2012 R2 as an O/S.

if you have been running Exchange Server 2003, we have the most advanced replacement set up available for multiple domains running Exchange 2013. Please contact us for more details.

If you need to upgrade your Outlook or Microsoft Office packages, there are several options available. With Exchange 2013 we offer a free Outlook Web Access, which is basically just Outlook but through a web browser, saving many companies the expense of buying expensive Office packages, or a package that includes Outlook 2013

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