What are the advantages of using web-based software versus software I load onto my local computers?
Web-based software has two main advantages. One, software that is installed locally or “in-house” requires additional hardware and software and may be more expensive both in the short and long term. Hardware costs include a file server, data back-up device, network cabling and back-up power supply. Additional software costs include network software, database software, operating system software, firewall software and data back-up software. With a web-based application, an organization’s hardware and software costs are dramatically decreased. PetPoint provides the necessary server, data backup, backup power supply and security hardware and software required to effectively manage an organization’s data. Two, web-based software is available anywhere a computer and an Internet access exists. This helps facilitate off-site adoption programs and allows staff and volunteers to access data when not in the shelter.
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