I have been working with computers since the early 80's (pre internet). In my home office, I have two (2) desktops and (2) laptop. Sometime I need info which is one another computer, so I get a flash drive and download, and take the flash to the other computer, which also interrupts my creative process. If anyone in this forum is an IT professional, I would like to know should I investing in a server. My client base is increasing.

My need is to retrieving my info easy and fast. Any comment will be greatly appreciated. Thanks.

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Phyllis L
UNIQUELY40, LLC
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Hi Phyllis, it sounds to me like you need a nice, big [in GB, not in physical size] external hard drive - not a server... Check NewEgg.com for a few good options. I think you can expect to spend about $200 for a decently sized model of good quality.

Post back if you need help choosing one - we have a couple

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Thank you so much, I never thought of an external hard. I think that will work. Will let u know.

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Phyllis L
UNIQUELY40, LLC
http://www.uniquely40.com

I'm not an IT professional, but I do believe you can set up just about any pc to act as a server. Short of that, have you considered networking your pcs and storing the files in question in a 'public' folder, accessible from any of them? Just a thought!

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~Cindy
www.FiveToNineOfficeSolutions.com

I also use Windows Live Sync which allows me to access select files from any computer with an internet access. It has been wonderful.

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Lisa Olinda of Olinda Services
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I agree in setting up a PC to serve as a 'server'. We just purchased two computers on eBay to replace the servers we have in the office. Why? Because they make me go nuts! They occupy a lot of space and they make a loud noise. I can hear the buzzing sound even in my sleep! (big smile)

I also agree with Cindy about networking and having a public folder. This saved me lots of time spent looking for something and sharing.

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Rebecca Gleeck
www.ByYourSideVA.com

Originally Posted by Five To Nine Office Solutions

I'm not an IT professional, but I do believe you can set up just about any pc to act as a server. Short of that, have you considered networking your pcs and storing the files in question in a 'public' folder, accessible from any of them? Just a thought!

Yep yep yep, thats what I was going to suggest. Network them so you can access files from each no matter what computer you are on.

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Shelley Halpain,

I'm not sure how my husband did it but he networked our computers as well, without a server purchase. We have a shared folder that we can both access, mostly for family pics and stuff.

What about Google Docs? I have a Gmail acct and know it has that feature but not entirely sure what you can do with it.

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Kari Thevenot, Virtual Assistant
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