PCA Smart Client applications are "Hosting Environment
Independent." The SQL Server can be located anywhere... on your network
behind a firewall, or at any 3rd-party Application Hosting Provider
(ASP). PCA offers cost-effective "one-stop" application Hosting and
Support services.
Self-Hosted
Your Smart Clients application(s) and Data reside on Your Server at Your
Location
You
perform all SQL database and hardware maintenance services
You
manage Application Security thru the standard Smart Client Organization and
Role Based Security Management functions
Customization and Integration with other Desktop applications and LAN systems
is Fast and Inexpensive
Managed-Hosted
Your Smart Clients application(s) and Data reside at RackSpace
RackSpace performs all SQL database and hardware maintenance services
PCA
provides Primary Support Services
Customization and Integration with other Desktop applications is Fast and
Inexpensive, but integration with other applications on your LAN is limited