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THE SQL SERVER SECURITY THREAT — IT’S CLOSER THAN YOU THINK by Idera January 31, 2012 - (Free Research) This white paper discusses the information security and compliance issues associated with Microsoft SQL Server database systems. Whether you’re a CSO, IT manager, internal auditor or database administrator, you'll learn about the database security threat, how compliance fits into the overall scheme and what you should do to minimize your risks.  (WHITE PAPER) READ ABSTRACT |

Oracle NoSQL database: Reducing risk when deploying Big Data solutions by Cisco Systems, Inc. January 06, 2012 - (Free Research) This solution brief recommends an integrated server, storage, and database architecture that can help you deploy and scale big data infrastructure so you can realize valuable business insights as quickly as possible.  (PRODUCT OVERVIEW) READ ABSTRACT |

Traditional vs. Agile BI by LogiXML January 27, 2012 - (Free Research) This white paper explains the fundamentals of traditional business intelligence (BI) platforms and why traditional BI no longer works with today's market. It then details how BI platforms have changed to become more agile and lightweight. Read on to further your understanding of BI and what the main debate is with traditional versus agile BI.  (WHITE PAPER) READ ABSTRACT |

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 |

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 |

SQL Server 2008 Upgrade Series: Virtualization by Dell, Inc. and Intel November 20, 2009 - (Free Research) If you're a small or mid-sized business thinking about virtualization, particularly in the world of Microsoft, it makes sense to upgrade your database servers as well. This article explains why to upgrade and provides several examples of companies that have successfully made the move.  (TECHNICAL ARTICLE) READ ABSTRACT |

The State of Database Management by IBM June 2008 - (Free Research) Data managers are concerned about managing the explosion of data, and are looking for ways to manage the process. In this survey from IDUG, learn about improving database performance and overall corporate performance.  (WHITE PAPER) READ ABSTRACT |

Your Enterprise Database Security Strategy (Forrester Consulting Report) by IBM September 2009 - (Free Research) Database security is the last line of defense, so it deserves greater focus on the protection of private data from both internal and external attacks than IT pros have traditionally given it. Read this paper to learn what steps you can take to improve database security in your organization.  (WHITE PAPER) READ ABSTRACT |

Optimizing and Protecting Storage with Oracle Database 11g Release 2 by Oracle Corporation January 2011 - (Free Research) This document focuses on key Oracle Database 11g capabilities that help IT departments better optimize their storage infrastructure, enabling administrators to deliver a cost effective, scalable information management platform that is easy to manage, and that continues to deliver the performance and availability that today's businesses require.  (WHITE PAPER) READ ABSTRACT |

Realizing the Benefits of Standardizing on a Database Platform by Oracle Corporation UK Ltd December 2010 - (Free Research) How can IT organizations reduce complexity, address the problems caused by inconsistent data and enhance integration of IT resources across the enterprise? One solution that is being tried more and more frequently by innovative IT departments is to standardize on a single database platform.  (WHITE PAPER) READ ABSTRACT |

Optimizing Storage for Oracle PeopleSoft Applications by Oracle Corporation June 2011 - (Free Research) This white paper explains how by partitioning databases based on the lifecycles of the information and compressing historical data, IT departments can reduce their dependency on high-end storage, reduce their incremental storage costs, keep more data online for longer periods, and improve the performance of applications.  (WHITE PAPER) READ ABSTRACT |

Case Study: Cutting Backup Times from Eight Hours to Twenty Minutes at U.S. Army Command by Quantum Corporation January 2009 - (Free Research) The DXi7500 was recommended more highly than competitive offerings, and it contained everything desired in a backup solution.  (CASE STUDY) READ ABSTRACT |

How CIOs can use big data for long term success by Dell, Inc. February 2012 - (Free Research) Although large data sets contain valuable business insights, they are often difficult for CIOs to manage. This expert e-guide from SearchCIO.com underscores the need for CIOs to make use of this information and describes new technologies that can assist them in their efforts.  (EGUIDE) READ ABSTRACT |

SQL Server Insider E-Zine - Volume 1: Is Self-service BI the Answer? by Dell, Inc. and Intel February 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 |

Optimizing Storage for Oracle Siebel Applications by Oracle Corporation February 2011 - (Free Research) This white paper offers a cost-effective information management solution that optimizes storage infrastructures while also maintaining the performance and scalability that businesses require.  (WHITE PAPER) READ ABSTRACT |

Manage data more effectively through Advanced Compression with Oracle Database 11g Release 2 by Oracle Corporation UK Ltd September 2009 - (Free Research) Learn more about how Oracle Advanced Compression can help you reduce the disk space and costs of managing large data volumes.  (WHITE PAPER) READ ABSTRACT |

Managing Big Data Using Sybase IQ VLDB Option by Sybase, Inc. December 2011 - (Free Research) This brief white paper outlines information lifecycle management (ILM), a set of strategies for managing the growth, storage and retrieval of information over its useful life. Its goal is to ensure that frequently accessed data is returned as fast as possible, while controlling storage costs.  (WHITE PAPER) READ ABSTRACT |

Enhancing Governance, Risk, and Compliance through Effective Access Risk Management by SAP America, Inc. January 2012 - (Free Research) This newly released Aberdeen Group Analyst Report Enhancing GRC through Effective Access Control details effective risk management techniques.  (ANALYST REPORT) READ ABSTRACT |

Build Your Own SAP CRM Solution — and Know Exactly How Much It Will Cost by SAP America, Inc. July 2011 - (Free Research) This white paper provides an overview of a rapid deployment strategy designed to take the guesswork out of implementing CRM. Inside, learn how this approach can let you pick and choose features which matter the most to your organization while avoiding playing for ones you don't to provide an accurate, upfront price.  (WHITE PAPER) READ ABSTRACT |

Accenture Technology Vision 2012 by ComputerWeekly.com January 2012 - (Free Research) Download this report from Accenture to discover the 6 IT technology trends that will impact CIOs in 2012.  (IT BRIEFING) READ ABSTRACT |

IT Innovation  - IT Service Management Strategies for Success by FrontRange Solutions Inc. December 2011 - (Free Research) Learn about unifying PC lifecycle management and IT service management, and how your service catalog, configuration management database (CMDB), and service level management (SLM) comprise the 3-legged stool that establishes IT as a strategic business partner.  (WHITE PAPER) READ ABSTRACT |

Minnesota Wild Names Dell Compellent SAN "Most Valuable Player" by Dell Compellent September 2011 - (Free Research) The Minnesota Wild’s six-month old iSCSI storage solution could no longer keep up with the growing data needs of concession vendors. Read this white paper to learn how the Wild successfully implemented Fluid Data technology to solve the problem.  (WHITE PAPER) READ ABSTRACT |

Eisenhower Medical Center by HP November 2011 - (Free Research) Data centers are a complex and critical part of today’s business infrastructure, usually built up over a period of time. But what happens when you have to move an entire data center at once? This resource presents key points when moving a data center.  (WEBCAST) READ ABSTRACT |

Exchange Server 2010: What's New and What's Changed? by Global Knowledge August 2009 - (Free Research) In this white paper, we will look at some of the key changes that will be revealed with the new version of Exchange and how these changes will impact the messaging environment.  (WHITE PAPER) READ ABSTRACT |

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