In this e-guide, uncover why SQL Server virtualisation isn’t just a fad and the benefits it has to offer organisations like yours. Also discover tips for how to select and implement the right kind of hardware for your organisation to ensure sufficient support for a virtualised SQL Server infrastructure. 

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. 

This case study describes how to leverage a software solution to gain highly available virtual desktops while eliminating the high storage costs and complexity involved in replicating redundant desktop images. 

As more people cross more borders – physically and virtually – the need to implement a reliable human identity system for proper verification becomes crucial. Read on to see how IBM dissuades credential abuse while helping customs, border management and law enforcement organizations ensure the safety and security of citizens and workers. 

In this paper you will uncover the steps to building a high performance culture within your business. 

HMRC CIO, Phil Pavitt, gives the key facts around HM Revenue and Customs’ IT change programme in this PowerPoint presentation for Computer Weekly's 500 Club. 

In a recent IDG survey, nearly two-thirds of CIOs & other senior executives surveyed listed improving customer satisfaction among the top three factors driving the need for custom application development. 

This white paper discusses the top three challenges of custom-coded SharePoint applications and how to avoid them. 

<p>This case study explores how a telecom and network infrastructure company paired with BlackBerry to create a custom app that would improve their inventory accuracy.</p> 

Are you going to upgrade to SQL Server 2012? This edition of SQL Server Insider sets out to help you decide whether the investment is worth it or not. Read this edition to learn if several IT pros are going to upgrade and why, how this release will affect the database marketplace and pros and cons of actually upgrading. 

This white paper maps out how EMC Data Domain deduplication storage systems preserves data integrity, meets stringent RTO/RPO objectives, and integrates easily into a multitude of active SQL or third-party backup environments. 

Hypothetically, SQL Server virtualization will save you money and manpower. However, there are some risky components involved, and a few major scenarios in which SQL Server virtualization won't benefit you. Read this expert e-guide to learn if virtualizing SQL Server is a good idea for your organization and find tips on avoiding potential pitfalls.