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A flexible and dynamic solution for collaboration & remote work – NAS
The remote access limitation has always been the obstacle for a traditional file server that utilizes the Windows SMB protocol. Businesses are unable to cope with the growing trend of a remote workforce that requires dynamic remote team collaboration and file-sharing capabilities, which the traditional file servers fail to deliver. On the other hand, SaaS models that operate on clouds that answer these challenges often face other backlashes including recurring subscription fees, data leaks, and security issues. To instill more complexity, the recent waves of ransomware, which threaten victims’ data and block their access via Windows SMB protocols, have been disrupting IT systems’ government bodies and corporate worldwide. Thus, a flexible and dynamic solution such as a Network Attach Storage (NAS) server that brings the best of both worlds shall definitely be looked upon.
An ideal modern-day file server, in addition to having remote access to file services and dynamic team collaboration tools, should also have the capacity for cross-office synchronization, self-serve IT, and compatibility with different devices. As the scales of businesses grow, along with the BYOD and enterprise mobility trends, and ultimately the recent chain of unfortunate events and disasters, not all companies can have the luxury to have enough IT resources, and the IT environment can only get more complex and sophisticated.
