SBS 2008 v SBS 2011 comparison
Some new documents have just been published about SBS including licensing overviews and comparison. These will be placed on the partner portal and links advertised in the next SBSC newsletter, but in the meantime I thought the comparison text below may be of interest.
Kerry
Key Updates and Changes
Windows Server 2008 R2 Technologies provides a reliable and secure 64-bit platform for size small businesses. Access the same technologies that large enterprises do, while ensuring easy and effortless day-to-day management of your environment.
SBS 2011 Premium Add-on is a new product that replaces the extended functionality found in the SBS 2008 Premium edition. It provides a second copy of Windows Server 2008 R2 Standard Technologies, which can be used to support roles such as Hyper-V and Remote Desktop Services, and a copy of SQL Server 2008 R2 for Small Business. Customers can now purchase the add-on as needed and are not limited to only one copy.
Remote Web Access (formerly Remote Web Workplace) now provides direct access to server shared folders and data for remote and mobile users, including multiple file upload. The new modular and highly extensible interface also provides access to familiar services such as email via Outlook Web App, the company web intranet site, and the ability for users to connect to computers on the internal network.
SharePoint Foundation 2010 vastly improves your internal company web site with support for more browsers and devices, while providing an easy to use central administration model. Solve business problems more quickly and securely by leveraging new features such as Microsoft Business Connectivity Services, Claims-Based Authentication, integrated SharePoint Health Analyzer, and the ability to deploy solutions in an isolated security context.
Microsoft Exchange Server 2010 and Outlook Web App deliver a rich web-based email experience, so your users can work and collaborate more effectively wherever they are. Users can access e-mail, voice mail, instant messaging, SMS text messages, and more*—all in one place and through all modern web browsers.
Feature Comparison Summary
Technology / Feature |
Windows SBS 2008 Standard |
Windows SBS 2011 Standard |
Operating System |
Windows Server 2008 Standard Technologies |
Windows Server 2008 R2 Standard Technologies |
Microsoft Exchange Server 2007 Standard Edition |
Microsoft Exchange Server 2010 Standard SP1 |
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Collaboration |
Windows SharePoint Services 3.0 |
Windows SharePoint 2010 Foundation |
Update Services |
Windows Server Update Services 3.0 |
Windows Server Update Services 3.0 with SP2 |
Shared Fax Service |
Windows Server Shared Fax |
Windows Server Fax Service |
Database Server (Premium Edition) |
Microsoft SQL Server 2008 Standard for Small Business |
Microsoft SQL Server 2008 R2 for Small Businesses |
Migrate during business hours |
Yes |
Yes |
Computer update policies |
Automatically configured |
Automatically configured |
Real time status alerts |
Security, update, backup, and system alerts |
Improved and enhanced security, update, backup, and system alerts |
Windows Mobile support |
Windows Mobile 5.0 and above |
Windows Mobile 6.5 and above |
Outlook Web Access |
OWA 2007 |
OWA 2010 |
Remote Access |
Remote Web Workplace |
Remote Web Access |
Usage and performance reporting |
Yes |
Improved |
Ability to access server shared folders remotely |
No |
Yes |