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How to create SQL Server virtual appliances for Hyper-V
Creating a private SQL Server VAP will reduce the time it takes to deploy additional SQL Server machines in your environment.31 Jul 2009
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SQL Server Reporting Services 2008 offers faster speeds, new variations
Get the inside scoop on Reporting Services 2008 with Michael Lisin and Jim Joseph, co-authors of the new book, "Microsoft SQL Server 2008 Reporting Services Unleashed."27 Jul 2009
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Push vs. pull: Configuring SQL Server replication
Learn the difference between push and pull subscriptions and how to determine the best placement for SQL Server replication's Distribution Agent.24 Jul 2009
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Creating and managing SQL Server Analysis Services partitions
Learn everything you need to know to build SSAS partitions from the ground up, with advice on binding, merging, and selecting partition data.21 Jul 2009
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How to 'do' SQL Server disaster recovery
Understanding how backups really work in SQL Server can save you a lot of time and trouble. Learn where most SQL Server newbies get lost during the backup and recovery process.15 Jul 2009
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Microsoft SQL Server 2008 Learning Guide
This guide provides an in-depth look at SQL Server 2008, with information on upgrading, overviews of the most important new features, and details on future releases.14 Jul 2009
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Protect virtual databases through SQL Server database mirroring
Learn how database mirroring provides cost-effective protection for critical databases running on virtual machines.13 Jul 2009
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Setting up SQL Server Service Broker for secure communication
Securely sending Service Broker messages from instance to instance requires a somewhat complex configuration. This tip walks you through the proper methods.08 Jul 2009
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Top tips and tricks for SQL Server database development
Check out these handy database development best practices, with tips on dealing with batch updates, stored procedures and more.06 Jul 2009
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A first look at Microsoft SQL Server 2008 R2
Get details on the new features and improvements that are expected to be apart of Microsoft's upcoming SQL Server release, set to launch in early 2010.01 Jul 2009