Servers are everywhere these days. They can help you manage files and printers, host a mail server, better secure your company network, and generally do more for you than a desktop can. However, knowing that you need a server and actually getting the right one are two different things. This how-to guide will help you understand what a server is, how to decide if you need one, and how to go about finding the right server to meet your needs. The different sections of the guide include:

»	Understand it: find out how servers are different from desktop systems and how to decide if you need a server.

»	Plan it: evaluate a solution you need a server for in practical terms like software, data, and users.

»	Do it: see how one business found the right server for its needs in a success story.

»	Use it: learn more about the tools and resources from HP that can make the selection process easier.

»	Buy it: browse HP's ProLiant server line to get an idea of your options.

»	Next: Understand it

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