Apple Macs share the same hardware platform than rival PC’s but unlike PC’s a Mac can run either Lion OS or Windows 7 or both at the same time. HardSoft installed and configured his iMac with Windows and configured Vero software on the Mac for him- all the costs and a three year warranty included in the flexible lease package. Leasing has allowed Bob and many other CAD users get the technology they need today without a drain on cash………………..WHY WAIT ? LEASE IT

Kerio Connect does a lot more than just deliver emails. It is an e-mail, calendaring, contact,and to-do server. It also backs up emails safely and securely and is easy to use.

HardSoft are shipping this as an option when clients consider leasing the Mac Mini Server and the Mac Pro Server both with new Lion Server. Kerio connect is the missing link in creating a fully functioning Apple Network.

Other products available from HardSoft are Kerio Control- network security for the small business; , Kerio Operator- a VOIP phone system, and Kerio Workspace- create shared space and workflows anywhere, from any device.

If you want to be convinced contact us and we can send across an info pack on Kerio Connect.

Autocad LT2012 is now available on a Mac from  HardSoft . Alternatively the incumbent for many years has been Vectorworks. A new version of TurboCad for Mac is now available and fully compatible with Lion. There are now several choices in the range and prices are keener than any of the alternatives. 2d and 3d software is available.

HardSoft can happily lease software by itself or with a new Apple Mac. Authorised Apple Resellers as well as authorised to sell a whole host of software options. If you need a quotation contact us for software and suggested Apple Mac hardware. HardSoft’s leasing is highly flexible and tailored to the small business owner. Trading for over 25 years HardSoft have Apple trained engineers and can include within the lease,  support and installation.

Large format printers from Epson , HP Designjet and Canon are ready to lease as well, for the total studio solution.

The solutions from ‘Intego’ also have an option called ‘ Dual Protection’ which will cover both Mac and PC if running any kind of Virtual Machine such as Parallels or Boot Camp.  An Intego  Server version is available for OSX and Lion Server as well. HardSoft are introducing this on Mac Servers shortly.Contact us for further help on software security solutions as well as hardware solutions from Sophos and Watchguard.

You wouldn’t still use a phone from 2003 would you ?  The world has moved on in 8 years and so has Microsoft Server technology .

HardSoft have various leasing bundles of the new Microsoft Small Business Server 2011 software with HP Proliant Servers . A Five user PC Network with a ML330 Server and all the extras is from £43 per week on a three year flexible lease deal. Options are available on enhanced support and installation and cabling can be included within the lease.

Windows Small Business Server 2011 comes in two editions. Both include Microsoft Exchange 2010 for full access to Emails remotely including from an iPhone. The Premium Edition includes SQL Server. This software is available to lease just by itself or as part of a new Network system.

If you need to look at an alternative way of updating your Server then talk to us about a fully managed leasing solution. HardSoft are Microsoft Small Business Server experts and all support is by our own team of engineers.

Those customers who have received Adobe CS5 in the last 30 days from us are entitle to a free upgarde to the CS5.5 versions. This can be done on line at http://kb2.adobe.com/cps/153/tn_15304.html or please email Sally@hardsoft.co.uk and she will make arrangements to do this for you as the process can be time consuming. She will need the product serial number. Though the product is available mid-May; customers may have to wait a further 3-4  weeks beyond this release date to receive the dvd media.

For new customers Adobe have announced a subscription service for the CS5.5 suites as well. This is an interesting concept and almost follows the principals of the HardSoft lease arrangements for software. Adobe have announced a price of £72 per month for Cs5.5 Design Premium. This is available on our traditional software lease at £41.15 per month. All Adobe software is available to lease as are educational and corporate licences.

Do you have an innovative business idea ?

Are you a promising entrepreneur ?

Would you like a helping hand to to get your new business up and flying ?

Together with other businesses HardSoft Computer Leasing are offering a package that includes FREE business accommodation, legal and accounting services, free banking as well as print and design services PLUS access to a team of business mentors. If you live in the Harlow and Bishops Stortford area and you are a budding entrepreneur or start up business then please contact us us for a an application form and information pack. Judging takes place in April and one of the judges includes the HardSoft Managing Director who fancies himself as the Peter Jones. Supporters of th INITIATIVE AWARD 2011 also include the Federation Of Small Businesses and LLoyds Bank . Go to www.harlowbusinesscentre.co.uk/initiativeaward for further info. Closing date is April 11th 2011.  HardSoft offer Leasing of Apple Macs, servers and PC’s to new and established companies and provide that one stop shop to the entrepreneur.

Anthony, aged 25, has been with HardSoft for nearly five years and has always been a Mac geek and always protests when he uses a PC. His computer that he uses in our workshiops looks like a PC but is actually an old Mac pro motherboard stuffed inside. Anthony is an internal engineer and is available to talk to most of the time.

Scott has been at HardSoft since the age of 17 and that was some 16 years ago ! Scott is known by many customers as he is a field engineer and travels the breadth of the UK and Ireland installing the higher end Apple Mac Network solutions including the new Mac Pro Server. Scott’s calm personality endears him to many customers ! Scott is also a Microsoft Certified Engineer.

All HardSoft flexible leasing packages come with inclusive three years warranty and support. The diligent efforts of both these engineers means the customer gets better support. HardSoft can offer on site consultancy visits on a chargeable basis. All HardSoft engineers are on Apple certified training courses to gain certification.  Comments on the appearance, demeanour or attitude on any of our engineers is welcome.

Software is available from Microsoft including the Open License and Select License options….Adobe offer the new TLP licensing options and options from Autodesk, Google Sketch Up, Quark, Filemaker, Corel and many others. HardSoft can add leased software onto an existing license agreement that a small business or an educational  user, may already have.

All license are registered in the Customer name . HardSoft do not register licences to themselves and then pass them on. The customer gets full rights to their leased software.

Microsoft themselves offer their own financing scheme for Microsoft software but HardSoft have a flexible credit criteria that allows more software to be leased to more customers including start ups; and at excellent rates.