Microsoft launches new servers for small companies

Microsoft Corp on Wednesday launched a new range of server systems for small companies, scaling down its existing offerings to attack one of the fastest-growing segments of the business computing market.

The world's largest software company is launching into the market for small companies as competitors introduce cheap, open-source alternatives to its relatively costly Windows-based servers, and the use of pirated Windows products proliferates.

Microsoft's new product line, called Windows Server 2008 Foundation, can accommodate up to 15 users and will cost less than $1,000 for the hardware and software combined, the company said.

A server is essentially a powerful computer that provides services to other computers. A doctor's office, for example, might use a server to allow staff to share files, access the same systems or maintain a website.

Analysts reckon the low-end server market for products costing less than $1,000 has grown four times faster than any other price range for comparable single processor servers.

Microsoft's new offering is a stripped down version of its Windows Server family of products, which tend to be beyond the price range of small businesses.

The computer makers will set the prices for their products, which may vary by country.

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Effects and herbal Remedies for Stress and Anxiety

In the modern world of today we are constantly being bombarded with high levels of stress and anxiety. These stresses can be

• physical,
  
• mental or
  
• environmental.

They place an enormous strain on our physical and mental health. Most of us are aware that excessive stress can affect our:

• Ability to think straight,
  
• our digestive system,
  
• adrenal glands and
  
• heart.
• Research has however shown that whenever a stressful situation arises, there is a knock on effect.

Firstly stress :

• Limits the blood supply going to the stomach, this hampers the digestive system and a temporary shut down of our immune system may follow. If we are overwhelmed with stress for an extended period we are likely to experience fatigue and exhaustion. Although it may not be possible to avoid these stress factors in our lives there is help available.

There are many natural herbal supplements, known for they’re relaxing propertieswhich assist in combating the harmful effects of anxiety and stress. Several herbs are usually incorporated together to make a powerful formula. We will take a look at some of the individual herbs, which go to make up some of these potent anti- anxiety supplements: -

In the modern world of today we are constantly being bombarded with high levels of stress and anxiety. These stresses can be

• physical,
  
• mental or
  
• environmental.

They place an enormous strain on our physical and mental health. Most of us are aware that excessive stress can affect our:

• Ability to think straight,
  
• our digestive system,
  
• adrenal glands and
  
• heart.
• Research has however shown that whenever a stressful situation arises, there is a knock on effect.

Firstly stress :

• Limits the blood supply going to the stomach, this hampers the digestive system and a temporary shut down of our immune system may follow. If we are overwhelmed with stress for an extended period we are likely to experience fatigue and exhaustion. Although it may not be possible to avoid these stress factors in our lives there is help available.

There are many natural herbal supplements, known for they’re relaxing propertieswhich assist in combating the harmful effects of anxiety and stress. Several herbs are usually incorporated together to make a powerful formula. We will take a look at some of the individual herbs, which go to make up some of these potent anti- anxiety supplements: -

• Jujube Seeds: - hypnotic and anti-anxiety effect used for hysteria, fatigue, sleeplessness, debility and restlessness.

• Magnolia Bark: - has anti anxiety, anti stress properties, lowers the cortisol, promotes relaxation and improves the mood.

• Potassium: -sustains the fluid and electrolyte balance, discharges energy from carbohydrate, protein and fat, assists in conveying nerve impulses.

• Magnesium: -is a trace mineral and its chief role is manufacturing and transporting energy, relaxing and contracting the muscles, assisting some enzymes with their task in the body and mixing proteins.

• Valerian Root: - It supports a feeling of calmness, improves sleep, reduces anxiety levels and facilitates relaxation of the central nervous system. Valerian root is non addictive and does not cause morning tiredness. It also is useful in slowing the heart in those who have the condition known as tachycardia.

• Melatonin: -is one of the most dominant antioxidants in the brain. It restores metabolism, improves the quality of sleep and slows down degenerative diseases of the brain such as Parkinson’s. Melatonin can control extreme cortical production and is therefore effectual in reducing stress levels and regulating sleep cycles. 

Know Familial Mediterranean Fever : Causes and Treatment

What is familial Mediterranean fever?

Familial Mediterranean fever is an inherited condition characterized by recurrent episode of painful inflammation in the abdomen, chest, or joints. These episodes are often accompanied by fever and sometimes a rash. The first episode usually occurs in childhood or the teenage years, but in some cases, the initial attack occurs much later in life. Typically, episodes last 12 to 72 hours and can vary in severity. The length of time between attacks is also variable. Without treatment to help prevent attacks and complications, a buildup of certain protein deposits (amyloidosis) in the body's organs and tissues may occur, which can lead to kidney failure.

How common is familial Mediterranean fever?

Familial Mediterranean fever primarily affects populations originating in the Mediterranean region, particularly people of Armenian, Arabic, Turkish, and Jewish ancestry. The disorder affects from 1 in 250 people to 1 in 1,000 people in these populations. It is less common in other populations.

What genes are related to familial Mediterranean fever?

Mutations in the MEFVgene cause familial Mediterranean fever. The MEFV gene provides instructions for making a protein called pyrin (also known as marenostrin), which is found in white blood cells. This protein is involved in the immune system, helping to regulate the process of inflammation. Inflammation occurs when the immune system sends signaling molecules and white blood cells to a site of injury or disease to fight microbial invaders and facilitate tissue repair. When this has been accomplished, the body stops the inflammatory response to prevent damage to its own cells and tissues.

Mutations in the MEFV gene reduce the activity of the pyrin protein, which disrupts control of the inflammation process. An inappropriate or prolonged inflammatory response can result, usually accompanied by fever and pain in the abdomen, chest, or joints.

Normal variations in the SAA1 gene may modify the course of familial Mediterranean fever. Some evidence suggests that a particular version of the SAA1 gene (called the alpha variant) may increase the risk of amyloidosis among people with familial Mediterranean fever.

Read more about theMEFV and SAA1 genes.

How do people inherit familial Mediterranean fever?

Familial Mediterranean fever is almost always inherited in an autosomal recessive pattern, which means both copies of the gene in each cell have mutations. The parents of an individual with an autosomal recessive condition each carry one copy of the mutated gene, but they typically do not show signs and symptoms of the condition.

In rare cases, this condition appears to be inherited in an autosomal dominant pattern, in which one copy of the altered gene in each cell is sufficient to cause the disorder and affected individuals often inherit the mutation from one affected parent. However, there are other possible explanations of this apparent pattern. A gene mutation that occurs frequently in a population may result in a disorder with autosomal recessive inheritance appearing in multiple generations in a family, a pattern that mimics autosomal dominant inheritance. If one parent has familial Mediterranean fever (with two mutations in the MEFV gene) and the other parent is an unaffected carrier (with one mutation in the MEFV gene), it may appear as if the affected child inherited the disorder only from the affected parent. This appearance of autosomal dominant inheritance when the pattern is actually autosomal recessive is called pseudodominance.

Where can I find information about treatment for familial Mediterranean fever?

These resources address the management of familial Mediterranean fever and may include treatment providers.

• Gene Review: Familial MediterraneanFever
• MedlinePlus Encyclopedia: Familial Mediterraneanfever
• MedlinePlus Encyclopedia: Secondary systemicamyloidosis

You might also find information on treatment of familial Mediterranean fever inEducational resourcesandPatient support.

Where can I find additional information about familial Mediterranean fever?

You may find the following resources about familial Mediterranean fever helpful. These materials are written for the general public.

• MedlinePlus - Health information (3 links)
• Additional NIH Resources - National Institutes of Health (3 links)
• Educational resources - Information pages (3 links)
• Patient support - For patients and families (2 links)

You may also be interested in these resources, which are designed for healthcare professionals and researchers.

• Gene Reviews - Clinical summary
• • GeneTests - DNA tests ordered by healthcare professionals
  • ClinicalTrials.gov- Linking patients to medical research
  • PubMed - Recent literature
  • OMIM - Genetic disorder catalog

  What other names do people use for familial Mediterranean fever?

  • Benign paroxysmal peritonitis
  • Familial paroxysmal polyserositis
  • FMF
  • Hereditary Periodic Fever Syndromes
  • Mediterranean Fever, Familial
  • MEF
  • Periodic Disease
  • Periodic peritonitis
  • Recurrent polyserositis
  • Reimann periodic disease
  • Siegal-Cattan-Mamou disease
  • Wolff Periodic Disease

  See How are genetic conditions and genes named? in the Handbook.

  What if I still have specific questions about familial Mediterranean fever?

  • See How can I find a genetics professional in my area? in the Handbook.
  • Ask the Genetic and Rare Diseases InformationCenter.
  • Submit your question to Ask the Geneticist.

  Where can I find general information about genetic conditions?

  The Handbook provides basic information about genetics in clear language.

  • What does it mean if a disorder seems to run in my family?
  • What are the different ways in which a genetic condition can be inherited?
  • If a genetic disorder runs in my family, what are the chances that my children will have the condition?
  • Why are some genetic conditions more common in particular ethnic groups?

  These links provide additional genetics resources that may be useful.

  • Genetics and health
  • Resources for Patients and Families
  • Resources for Health Professionals

  What glossary definitions help with understanding familial Mediterranean fever?

  amyloidosis ;autosomal ;autosomal dominant ;autosomal recessive ;benign ;carrier ; cell;complication;familial ;fever ; gene; immune system ;inflammation; inheritance; injury ;joint ; kidney; molecule;mutation ;population ;protein ;pseudodominance; recessive ;sign ;symptom ;syndrome ;teenage;tissue ;white blood cells

  You may find definitions for these and many other terms in the Genetics Home ReferenceGlossary.

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