The education that children receive in school can greatly impact whether or not they will succeed in life. And in today’s increasingly digital and connected world, knowing how to work with a computer is no longer a nice skill to have, but a requirement in almostany job. But between hardware and software costs,little to no IT budgets, and high energy prices, giving each student a computer to use is not always possible for schools.

Now there’s a way to get the power of computing into schools more quickly and affordably than ever. Windows® MultiPoint™Server 2010 is a Windows-based solution that uses a single host computer to power multiple simultaneous and independent user stations. It has a low total cost of ownership, is easy to set up and use, and gives educators the tools and technology they need to prepare their students for success.

Windows MultiPoint Server 2010 makes it easier for schools to give more students access to computing, whether in the classroom, lab, or school library. With Windows MultiPoint Server 2010, multiple stations can be powered by a single host computer. Each user station is directly connected to the host computer and consists of a monitor, keyboard, and mouse. But even though they are sharing the processing capabilities of one computer, each user experiences his or her ownx independent computing session.

Many schools have limited budgets and can’t afford as many computers as they'd like. Others may have computers, but don' t have enough IT resources to maintain and ensure they are secure and running smoothly. With Windows MultiPoint Server 2010, you can use a single computer to give multiple users access to computing, for a fraction of the purchase, maintenance, and operating cost of the traditional one-to-one computing model. Even energy consumption and associated costs can be lower, because you’re only powering one computer and its associated stations rather than multiple computers.

Windows MultiPoint Server 2010 doesn’t just help lower the costs of computing. It also gives you the fl exibility to purchase the right amount of computing for your needs. For instance, you may decide to add a Windows MultiPoint Server setup to each classroom with one station for each student. If another student joins the class, it’s simple to add another station. Or perhaps you already have enough computers in the classroom, but you want a cost-effective way to add a computer lab or extend computers to your library. And if you already have monitors, mice, and keyboards, you can use them as part of your solution so that the money you’ve already invested won’t go to waste.

It's easy to start using Windows MultiPoint Server 2010.With out-of-the-box set up and confi guration, teachers can get the solution up and running quickly. Simply set up the host computer, and then through the MultiPoint Manager— designed especially for non-technical professionals—easily connect the user stations. If you need to add another station to an existing setup, just plug in another monitor, keyboard, and mouse.

Easily monitor the system.

MultiPoint Manager makes it simple to monitor and manage user stations. Teachers can see how many stations are being used, which student is using which system, and check to see whether hardware is connected properly.

Give each student their own computing experience.

With Windows MultiPoint Server, each student feels like they have their own computer instead of sharing one with other students, and therefore can work at their own pace

Windows MultiPoint Server 2010 is simple and cost-effective to license—all you need is Windows MultiPoint Server 2010 for the host computer and a single Windows MultiPoint Server 2010 Client Access License (CAL) for each user station.** Support can be obtained through Microsoft’s authorized partners or directly from Microsoft. And you can get the latest security enhancements, such as updates and patches, that you can automatically or selectively install.

To learn more about Windows MultiPoint Server 2010, please visit : www.microsoft.com/multipointserver

*Applications do not come preinstalled with Windows MultiPoint Server 2010. You will need to check with individual software manufacturers to ensure proper licensing in a shared computing environment. A familiar Windows experience. With Windows MultiPoint Server 2010, you’ll get the familiar Windows environment that students and teachers expect and already know how to use. Its interface is based on Windows, so you’ll be able to use familiar features like Internet Explorer, Windows Search, and Windows Media® Player as well as exciting new features like Jump Lists. As a result, teachers and students will spend less time havingto learn new technology and navigating different user interfaces—and more time on what counts: teaching and learning. Licensing and support. Windows MultiPoint Server 2010 is simple and cost-effective to license—all you need is Windows MultiPoint Server 2010 for the host computer and a single Windows MultiPoint Server 2010 Client Access License (CAL) for each user station.** Support can be obtained through Microsoft’s authorized partners or directly from Microsoft. And you can get the latest security enhancements, such as updates and patches, that you can automatically or selectively install.

** Under Microsoft Volume Licensing Academic Programs, Windows MultiPoint Server 2010 Academic is required on the host computer and both a Windows Server CAL and Windows MultiPoint 2010 CAL are required for each user station. © 2009 Microsoft Corporation. All rights reserved. Microsoft, Windows, Windows MultiPoint Server 2010, Internet Explorer, Windows Media Player and other product names are or may be registered trademarks and/or trademarks in the U.S. and/or other countries. The information herein is for informational purposes only and represents the current view of Microsoft Corporation as of the date of this document. Because Microsoft must respond to changing market conditions, it should not be interpreted to be a commitment on the part of Microsoft, and Microsoft cannot guarantee the accuracy of any information provided after the date of this document.

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