Core Services
From email to print and file services, web hosting, and application servers, Mac OS X offers high performance, scalable solutions for your business that are based squarely on open standards. Learn more
Client Management
Mac OS X provides robust tools for centralized management of users, groups, and computers, allowing IT staff to provide upgrade, patch, and security services while keeping costs and effort low. Learn more
Collaboration
Mac OS X equips businesses with the power of online collaboration through group calendaring, instant messaging, wikis, blogs, RSS feeds, and other features. All of these services are included at no extra charge with Mac OS X Server. Learn more
Directory Integration & Authentication
Open Directory uses LDAP to provide directory services for mixed-platform environments. Whether you have Mac or PC systems on your network, you can set up and manage a single directory; you don’t need maintain a separate directory or separate user records for each platform. Learn more
Media Creation & Delivery
Apple provides a robust set of digital media solutions for create and deliver cutting-edge multimedia experiences. An industry pioneer in new media, Apple provides a comprehensive set of services and a ubiquitous streaming media platform, all offered as an integral part of Mac OS X. Learn more
Networking & VPN
Built on open, industry-standard protocols and the latest networking security standards, Mac OS X Leopard and Mac OS X make it easy to adopt and support the Mac on your organization’s network. Learn more
Security
Mac OS X provides layers of protection that are built-in, not bolted-on. This means your organization gets in-depth security at all levels of operation—from hardware to operating system to applications. Learn more
Storage & Backup
With built-in services and no per-user or per-seat licensing fees, Xserve running Mac OS X is an affordable and scalable alternative to network- attached storage (NAS) systems; Xsan delivers an enterprise-class storage area network (SAN) file system; and Mac OS X provides automatic backup capabilities with Time Machine built in. Learn more
Virtualization
Products like Parallels Desktop for Mac, Parallels Server for Mac, and VMware Fusion give Intel-based Mac and Xserve users the ability to run almost any operating system and its accompanying applications concurrently. With an Xserve running server virtualization software, your organization can eliminate the need to maintain outdated or redundant hardware—reducing the load on IT administrators as well as server support costs. Learn more
IT Resources
White papers, Technical Overviews, Guides, and links to resources for the IT professional. Learn more
Leopard Server Evaluation
If you think it takes a dedicated IT department to deploy and use a server, think again. Register to receive your free, fully functional evaluation copy of Mac OS X Server. Learn more
Third-Party Products
Looking for additional products that complement your Apple solution? Here are just a few of the many solutions designed for the Mac from third-party developers.
ERP and HR Solutions
Customer Relations Management (CRM)
Database Management
UNIX at the core
Mac OS X Server delivers the reliability, stability, and performance of UNIX for the most demanding applications and services. It leverages the computing power of 64-bit Intel processors and offers an advanced networking architecture that ensures compatibility and integration with IP-based networks. Standards-based directory support makes all of the services available in Mac OS X Server easy to set up and manage.
Apple tested. Government approved.
Get resources specific for state and federal government agencies, and about Mac and complementary security solutions that meet government and authentication regulations. Learn more
IT in Education
Apple lets your students stand out with fast, capable, and compatible technology that fits in. Learn more
