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Databases and ERP Selection: Oracle Vs. SQL Server by IFS January 11, 2012 - (Free Research) In this paper, learn why the database layer is so important to the software selection of an enterprise resource planning (ERP) system. Also compare Oracle database to SQL Server databases.  (WHITE PAPER) READ ABSTRACT |

The Preferred Business Intelligence Choice-Designed for Growing Companies by SAP America, Inc. December 31, 2008 - (Free Research) Finding a business intelligence (BI) solution that integrates with your small to midsize organization's existing IT assets can be challenging. Read this paper to discover SAP BusinessObjects Edge BI, built on an open, heteregeneous platform and designed to integrate easily with SAP, Microsoft, Oracle, and even mobile environments.  (WHITE PAPER) READ ABSTRACT |

ESSENTIAL PERFORMANCE TOOLS FOR SQL SERVER DBAS by Idera February 02, 2012 - (Free Research) Optimizing SQL Server performance can be a daunting task, especially for an increasing number of reluctant DBAs faced with managing their organization’s SQL Server databases, despite little training. This white paper provides a high-level overview of core SQL Server performance concepts and an overview of essential SQL Server performance tools.  (WHITE PAPER) READ ABSTRACT |

Trial Download: LiteSpeed for SQL Server Enterprise by Quest Software January 18, 2012 - (Free Research) Your Microsoft SQL Server databases keep growing, but your storage hardware – and budget – aren’t. Check out this free trial download of powerful, easy to use backup and recovery software that gets the maximum from your current hardware – and does it all under budget.  (TRIAL SOFTWARE) READ ABSTRACT |

SQL Server 2008 Migration: Evaluate the Value of a SQL Server Upgrade by Dell, Inc. and Intel August 16, 2011 - (Free Research) As IT budgets continue to slump, you'll need to develop a solid case for the SQL Server upgrade. Inside this e-Book, learn about the features that will get the management buy-in.  (EBOOK) READ ABSTRACT |

E-Guide: Should You Upgrade to SQL Server 2008 R2? What You Need to Know by Dell, Inc. and Intel November 02, 2011 - (Free Research) Some consider SQL Server 2008 R2 a "business intelligence release" because the largest, most publicized changes cater to the BI functionality of the product. There are, however, many other new features and functionalities within SQL Server 2008 R2. In this expert e-guide, readers will learn more about these new features.  (EGUIDE) READ ABSTRACT |

E-Guide: The IT Manager’s Guide to SQL Server 2008 Migration by Dell, Inc. and Intel August 16, 2011 - (Free Research) In this SearchSQLServer.com E-Guide, you will discover the unique advantages offered by a SQL Server 2008 migration.  (EGUIDE) READ ABSTRACT |

Server Optimization, Hardware and Virtualization by Dell, Inc. and Microsoft January 09, 2012 - (Free Research) In this expert e-guide, find out how to optimize SQL Server with the right choices for hardware, storage devices, and virtualization. Inside, find articles on: what not to do when purchasing hardware; if solid-state storage devices are worth the cost; hardware and risk considerations for an inevitable virtualization initiative.  (EGUIDE) READ ABSTRACT |

Microsoft SQL Server 2008: What's New with R2? by Global Knowledge March 01, 2010 - (Free Research) Are you ready for Microsoft SQL Server 2008 R2? This white paper highlights some of the major features included in SQL Server 2008 R2 due to be released in the first half of 2010.  (WHITE PAPER) READ ABSTRACT |

Inside SQL Server 2008: Management Studio Improvements by Global Knowledge July 27, 2009 - (Free Research) When the SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS) was first introduced in SQL Server 2005, it received mixed reviews. With the launch of SQL Server 2008, Microsoft has succeeded in transforming the SSMS into a much more useful tool set. This whitepaper will list and discuss each of these improvements of SSMS 2008.  (WHITE PAPER) READ ABSTRACT |

Inside SQL Server 2008: Exploring High Availability and Scalability Enhancements by Global Knowledge May 01, 2009 - (Free Research) Microsoft is targeting close to zero downtime with SQL 2008 with availability and recovery features that only used to be available via third-party solutions. This white paper discusses the evolution of High-availability from SQL 2005 to SQL 2008, and the tools available to minimize downtime in the Enterprise.  (WHITE PAPER) READ ABSTRACT |

Configuring Security in SQL Server by Global Knowledge February 10, 2009 - (Free Research) This document focuses on each level of security, starting at the server level and working our way down to database objects such as Server Security, Database Security, Schema Security and Object Security.  (WHITE PAPER) READ ABSTRACT |

Microsoft SQL 11 “Denali”: What To Expect by Global Knowledge September 29, 2011 - (Free Research) Are you ready to upgrade to Microsoft SQL 11? Access this exclusive resource to learn how Microsoft improves on SQL Server 2008, and check out the underlying themes emphasized in the new features in Microsoft SQL 11 and how they work.  (WHITE PAPER) READ ABSTRACT |

Microsoft SQL Server 2008 R2: What's New with PowerPivot? by Global Knowledge August 06, 2010 - (Free Research) One of the most eagerly awaited features of Microsoft SQL Server 2008 R2 is the “Self Service Business Intelligence” technology known as PowerPivot. This white paper highlights the new PowerPivot features.  (WHITE PAPER) READ ABSTRACT |

SQL Server 2008 Dynamic Duo: Management Views and Functions by Global Knowledge September 22, 2009 - (Free Research) Dynamic management views and functions were extraordinary additions to SQL 2005, and they have only improved in function and increased in number in SQL 2008. This white paper will explore a few of their capabilities and give examples as to how they can ease the workload of a database administrator.  (WHITE PAPER) READ ABSTRACT |

SQL Server Insider E-Zine - Volume 1: Is Self-service BI the Answer? by Dell, Inc. and Intel February 16, 2010 - (Free Research) Business intelligence is a hot topic in 2010, especially with the upcoming release of Microsoft's SQL Server 2008 R2 being dubbed as the "BI release." In this e-zine, one SQL Server expert breaks down exactly what goes into self-service BI, where it works and where it falls short.  (EZINE) READ ABSTRACT |

BI with SQL Server 2008 R2 by Dell, Inc. and Intel August 12, 2010 - (Free Research) SQL Server 2008 R2 has been labeled a BI release because of its new features for business intelligence. In this interactive classroom, industry expert Don Jones explains the improvements made to existing SQL Server BI features like SSRS. Learn about the benefits of self-service BI and Master Data Services. Then take a quiz to test your knowledge.  (RESOURCE CENTER) READ ABSTRACT |

SQL Server 2008 Upgrade Series: Business Strategies by Dell, Inc. and Intel November 20, 2009 - (Free Research) It isn't always easy to know when to upgrade to the latest hardware or software release. In the case of Microsoft SQL Server 2008, there are many compelling reasons to make the move, including: Enhanced business intelligence; improved business continuity features; better performance and better management capabilities.  (TECHNICAL ARTICLE) READ ABSTRACT |

SQL Server 2000 Security Best Practices by Global Knowledge Network, Inc. November 2004 - (Free Research) The security of SQL Server database servers has become a top priority for database administrators. This article examines best practices that can be employed to secure Microsoft SQL Server 2000 databases. It provides an overview of the security model in SQL Server 2000 and discusses best practices you can employ to secure yours.  (WHITE PAPER) READ ABSTRACT |

SQL Server 2008 Upgrade Series: Availability & Disaster Recovery by Dell, Inc. and Intel November 2009 - (Free Research) With Microsoft SQL Server 2008, small and mid-sized businesses have a variety of options for creating state-ofthe art strategies for ensuring high availability and disaster recovery for their databases. This article explains why upgrading to SQL Server 2008 may help IT sleep better at night.  (TECHNICAL ARTICLE) READ ABSTRACT |

Microsoft SQL Server in a VMware Environment on Dell PowerEdge Blades and Dell EqualLogic Storage by Dell and VMware April 2009 - (Free Research) This white paper provides an overview for deploying SQL Server in a virtualized environment for VMware ESX 3.5 Update 4 (U4) running on the latest PowerEdge M610 and M710 blade servers and EqualLogic PS6000XV iSCSI storage arrays.  (WHITE PAPER) READ ABSTRACT |

Top 10 Tips for Optimizing SQL Server Performance by Quest Software September 2011 - (Free Research) SQL Server performance management requires serious time, energy and patience! In this new white paper by Kevin Kline, discover detailed guidance on the issues you can relate to—from cache trashing to bad T-SQL that can return to haunt your applications.See how to maximize database scalability and efficiency with ease. Read the white paper today.  (WHITE PAPER) READ ABSTRACT |

SQL Server 2012 Security by Microsoft January 2012 - (Free Research) Check out this essential webcast to learn all about the security & compliance features for SQL Server from Il-Sung Lee, Senior Program Manager from SQL Server Engine Security team.  (WEBCAST) READ ABSTRACT |

Top Ten Things Every DBA Should Know About SQL Server by Global Knowledge March 2010 - (Free Research) Microsoft SQL Server has evolved over the years as a scalable, robust database management system and is now competing in the VLDB (Very Large Database) space with Oracle and IBM.  This white paper outlines some of theimportant fundamentals of Microsoft SQL Server that every DBA should know.  (WHITE PAPER) READ ABSTRACT |

Auto-Snapshot Manager  for Microsoft SQL Server Database Protection by Dell, Inc. May 2011 - (Free Research) This Technical Report will discuss advanced operations and techniques on how to use Auto-Snapshot Manager / Microsoft Edition to protect SQL Server databases as well as enhance SQL Server operations in the datacenter.  (TECHNICAL ARTICLE) READ ABSTRACT |

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