RATINGS SYSTEMS - Small Business Computing

Our RATING SYSTEM uses six categories to evaluate products. Each category is weighted equally. The overall rating is the average of the scores achieved in each category. Ratings reflect our personal experiences while testing the products.

We consider the following categories:
RELIABILITY: Does the product live up to the technical specifications that the manufacturer advertises?

COMPLIANCE:
Does the product work with most operating systems and international standards? Will it work with old and new technologies?

EASY OF USE: How easy is installation? Is training necessary? Does the product require full-time support?

SCALABILITY: Will it expand as technology demands increase or change?

QUALITY OF SERVICE: What type of warranty, customer service, and support is available? Is there 24/7 technical support? Is there a free for the service?

COST: Is the product a good value? Is the technology mature enough to provide immediate benefits?

OVERALL RATINGS fall into the following purchasing-decision categories:

· 90-100 = Must Buy. Get it now.

· 80-89 = Good product. Worth a look.

· 70-79 = We have reservations.

· 60 and below = Leave it on the shelf.

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