Thinking a Server might be my solution?

[GoStumpy]

This might be a far simpler answer than I am looking at, but here's my scenario.

Small business.

3 Computers, one in my office, one at front desk, and one laptop on the road.

All 3 must use QuickBooks for invoicing etc, and all 3 must share photos and documents.

I currently only have two computers, and use Google Drive for the photos/documents. For QuickBooks I use LogMeIn to remotely access the desktop when on the road with the laptop, but I HATE that app. Resolution all screwey etc, compounded by the fact that I use dual screens at the desktop.

I am now in the position where I have a spare 'room' with all data wiring going to, planned for a router, but could easily be for a server.

Is there an easy way for any or all 3 computers to access a Server with one copy of QuickBooks accessable for all? And a dedicated spot for all photos/documents?

I am pretty savvy, but just never dabbled with Servers before.

Feel free to ask any relevant questions, I have at least a month or two before implementing this.

 

[mxnerd]

If you hate LogMeIn, try Teamviewer.

My experience with QB has been several years back. So bear with me if I'm wrong.

Quickbooks require a license for each PC. Call QuickBooks and ask which version you need.

You definitely need a router. Server is not required if you don't want to make it too complex, since multi-user QuickBooks can be run on a designated PC workstation. Windows PC workstation supports up to 10 simultaneous connections.

Quickbooks is slow over network. Make sure you hire right people for gigabit cabling.

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Running QuickBooks multi-user on a network from a single installation

http://support.quickbooks.intuit.com/support/articles/INF12724