It’s known that Apple is making its Operating Systems available for download… and that each update has been modestly priced. But what really took me by surprise was the latest incarnation of their Server OS. Yes, it too has been getting less expensive over the years. But now Apple, with OS X Server (10.8) for Mountain Lion has truly done something remarkable.
OS X Server is simply a $19.99 “add-on” to Mountain Lion
Yup, that’s correct. If you purchase and download Mountain Lion for $19.99 – for another $19.99 you can download and install and run a fully capable server. One that offers a lot of capability and power (since it’s based on open source solutions). But it comes with an easy-to-use and administer Graphical User Interface (GUI).
I think this one has snuck by most tech writers… since I haven’t seen many commenting on this. But I think this is really a game changer for small businesses. Apple hasn’t really ever tried to push hard into businesses (they’ve always been more of a consumer company) but with this inexpensive add-on and very affordable Mac Mini Server (starting at $599) they’re making quiet in-roads into business. Stealthly they’ve put together a robust small business server solution that’s made simple-to-use.
