For those that have not heard of Microsoft Home Server, it is a special brand of Server, specifically for home use.
From Microsoft.com
This smart hub lives in your home and connects all the important people in your life to the good stuff that’s on your computers. You can pump your family’s tunes to your Xbox 360, share baby pics over the Web, and even get on your home server when you’re not home. Friends and family can see and share any files you want, whether they’re in another room or another country.
Features:
- Restore files, folders, and entire computers easily
- Secure your stuff with Automatic Backups
- Monitor the health of your home PCs
- Protect your files from prying eyes
- Easily share from anywhere
- Stream photos, music, and videos
- Get to files easily
- Share photos, music, and videos
- Automatic backup of all Microsoft Windows XP and Windows Vista PCs on the network
- Centralized storage of data and media files
- Expandable disk drive capacity
- Remote access to files and folders from the Internet
I had the pleasure of being a Beta Tester for Home Server, and it was really neat! Everything that home users need to be able to do was very easy. Setup was a breeze, and adding space was as simple as plugging in, and clicking Add.
No word yet on price, but given the functionality, it would be a great addition to any family.
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