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Frequently Asked
Questions at computernix.com |
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What is a vertical application? |
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Unlike general purpose office productivity software such
as word processor and spread sheet programs, a vertical
application is computer software developed specifically
for a targeted industry or business type. Consequently,
a vertical application has value only to the business
sector for which it was designed. Business software
developed explicitly for car dealerships, doctor's
offices, clothing stores and oil exploration are only a
few examples of vertical applications. These type
applications are rarely available in computer stores.
They are purchased directly from the software maker. |
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What is a Server? Isn't a Server just a bigger computer? |
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Yes and no. Servers are generally more powerful than
desktops computers and sometimes physically larger, but
that's not the only difference.
Dedicated server computers offer an organization a
means to centralize and protect its data assets. Most, or
all of a company's critical data is stored on servers.
Other computers, such as employee's desktops or laptops,
referred to as clients, access and update the central
database.
Advantages of centralized servers include data security,
the ability to back-up all data in one location and faster
disaster recovery. |
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What is UNIX®? |
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UNIX® is a computer operating system known for it's
unparalleled power, speed, reliability, security,
scalability and near zero downtime. Therefore, many
vertical application designers believe UNIX is the ideal
server platform on which to develop and run business
applications. Chances are ─ If a vertical application
fits your business needs, it will possibly run on a
UNIX server.
Although UNIX is available for PC type computers it
usually runs on specialized computers that far exceed
the capabilities of the PC. For example, UNIX runs on
the supercomputers that "run" the Internet.
Computernix.com has the expertise to handle UNIX projects. |
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What is Linux®? |
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Commonly referred to as a UNIX® clone, Linux is a
computer operating system that looks, feels and performs
much like its predecessor.
Linux has become increasingly popular for business
servers because of its lower cost, speed, high
reliability and in
most cases, zero licensing issues.For example; other
popular computer operating system types require a separate
desktop license be purchased for each computer you own.
Therefore, if you own ten desktops, you have to buy ten
copies of the software. For many types of servers licenses are
sold per-user. In a per-user scenario, you buy one copy of the
software and then pay a per-user fee multiplied buy the
number of employees, clerks, etc. in your company or
group... In addition to the original server software cost.
In contrast, it's possible to have one copy of Linux
software and legally run it on multiple desktop computers.
Per-user licensing generally does not exist in the Linux
market at this time. There is a growing array of
respectable business oriented software for Linux, both free and
for purchase. We can answer your Linux questions and
manage your Linux servers and desktop computers. |
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Question: |
My company has some newer and older Windows® computers
and a UNIX® server. Now we want to add some Linux
computers and make our existing computers and network
work with everything else, including printers. Can
computernix.com
help? |
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Answer: |
This is a question about what is known in the IT
industry as cross-platform
integration (i.e. Making different
types of computers and operating systems work together).
The answer is YES we can. |
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Question: |
Are your consulting and labor rates competitive?
Are they the lowest rates
available? |
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Answer: |
Computernix.com closely controls its costs of
doing business. That gives us the ability to keep our
rates low and flexible, while offering the same or
better levels of service as higher priced consultants.
Our rates begin at $45.00 per hour for
average calls, to well over $100.00 per hour for disaster
recovery — when your company is losing money for every minute
your servers are down ─ or you're off the Internet.
In those
times we will work around the clock until you're back in
business.
Computernix.com comments about outsourcing
your computer consulting and support at the lowest price:
There could be computer techs "out there" who
have slightly lower rates. However, consultants bill what
they believe their time is worth, commensurate with their
skills, experience and business overhead. Read on.
Consider
this scenario:
You pay a neighborhood
computer tech $25.00 per hour to help with your problem. It may take them ten hours to find and repair
your problem while you possibly lose sales and business
opportunities.
On the other hand,
an experienced, professional consultant may solve the same problem in
two hours and bill at $75.00 per hour. Either way you
look at it,
the latter is best for your bottom line. Cheapest is hardly ever the
best or most effective solution. |
