Pricing For MS Windows Small Business Server 2011 Announced

There are three versions of the SMB server product - Essentials, Standard and Premium Add-on. Which is right for you, and how much will it cost?

"Microsoft has unveiled the names and price details for its Windows Small Business Server (SBS) 2011. In a nutshell: There will be three Windows server products: Windows Small Business Server 2011 Essentials, Windows Small Business Server 2011 Standard and an add-on option called Windows Small Business Server 2011 Premium Add-On.

Windows Small Business Server 2011 Essentials Initially code-named Aurora, this low-end version is targeted at small businesses with up to 25 users. Envisioned as the first server to be deployed in smaller businesses, Windows SBS 2011 Essentials does not require any Client Access Licenses (CALs). Perfect for simpler tasks such as running applications and organizing business-centric data, Windows SBS 2011 Essentials connects to cloud-based services such as Microsoft's Office 365 for additional capabilities such as e-mail and collaboration. Windows SBS 2011 Essentials will be sold through server-licensing channels in the first half of 2011 at the price of US$545."