Communications Server Upgrade
This is an item on our annual work plan for FY01. The purpose of the upgrade is to further goal A.2.b from the technology plan: Provide public electronic, interactive communication services, in order "To provide the community of Gustavus-Glacier Bay with a broad choice in library materials and information..."
Nate suggests these criteria for selection of server software:
| Feature | Web Crossing | Exchange 2000 | Domino | |
REQUIREMENTS: |
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| Basic messaging, including e-mail lists* | Yes | Yes | Yes | |
| Shared calendar | Yes? | Yes | Yes | |
| Threaded discussions | Yes? | Yes | Yes | |
| Latter 2 features accessible by web. | Yes | Yes | Yes | |
BONUS ITEMS: |
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| Integration of e-mail lists with threaded discussions | Yes | Yes | ||
| Shared directory | ||||
| Integration of all messaging components with each other | Yes | Yes | ||
| Integration with Active Directory | Yes | Not yet | ||
| FAX services | ||||
Other Considerations |
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| Ease of use (by end-users) | ||||
| Cost of ownership (complexity of installation and maintenance, software cost, e-rate eligibility) |
*We currently have this
As of 6/7/01, Exchange Server is installed on a trial basis.
