It appears that the long wait for SQL Server 2005—the successor to Microsoft's renowned SQL Server 2000—will be well worth it. SQL 2005 promises to be a polished, powerful product with significant new ...

SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS) is the principal interface for working with Microsoft SQL Server. However, many subtleties of this powerful tool evade even the most seasoned professionals. Here ...

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Get the lowdown on SP-1's added features, including fully supported database mirroring, bug fixes, and add-ons for SQL Express. What's more, SP1 not only contains bug fixes, but also delivers ...

Sometimes it’s hard to keep up with all the 2005 this and 2008 that from Microsoft. I’m frequently amazed that Microsoft’s product management can not only keep it all straight, but can also coordinate ...