The
Planet Brings Enterprise-Level Database Solution to
Small Businessess [April 21, 2005]
DALLAS,
Apr 21, 2005 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- The Planet(SM) recently
announced that it has begun offering the new Microsoft
SQL Server 2000 Workgroup Edition to its small- to medium-sized
business customers. The newly created database solution,
a part of Microsoft's expansion of the SQL Server line,
provides smaller organizations with all of the power
of the Microsoft SQL Server 2000 Standard Edition at
a fraction of the cost.
According to Sam Fleitman, Vice President
of Managed Services at The Planet, the Microsoft SQL
Server 2000 Workgroup Edition is the perfect choice
for customers seeking rich database features in a low-cost,
full-size, simple-to-manage database solution.
"This new offering is significant
for our small- to mid-sized business customers,"
said Mr. Fleitman. "With SQL Server 2000 Workgroup
Edition, these smaller organizations can now enjoy the
enterprise-level benefits of a superior database solution
at an entry-level price without being locked into a
long-term agreement."
Built specifically for smaller departments
in larger organizations or for businesses that have
outgrown their previous database solutions, Microsoft
SQL Server 2000 blends functionality, price, and value
to deliver the easiest, most affordable database solution
available today. The system supports up to two CPUs,
two gigabytes of memory, Management Studio, import/export,
limited replication and publishing, backup log shipping,
and an unlimited database size.
"The real benefit here is that
our small business customers now have a robust database
solution built to meet the needs of both their business
and budget," concluded Mr. Fleitman. "By offering
Microsoft SQL Server 2000 Workgroup Edition with month-to-month
agreements, The Planet has essentially taken cost and
commitment out of the equation for this customer set."
The Microsoft SQL Server 2000 Workgroup
Edition is currently in auto-provisioning at The Planet
and the solution is now available to customers on-demand.
Customers who currently have a server with The Planet
can add the database solution, through Orbit(SM), The
Planet's proprietary customer portal, for $69 per month.
About
The Planet
Launched
in 1994 and based in Dallas, The Planet provides a world
of Internet and hosting services and solutions. As one
of the fastest growing Web hosting companies in the
world, The Planet serves small businesses and enterprise
clients with value-added services such as advanced server
monitoring, database administration, managed data storage,
virtual private networks, and more. For additional information,
visit www.theplanet.com.
SOURCE: The Planet |
