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Three things every BI implementation must have
Contemplating a BI implementation for your business? Hold on. Three must-haves will help ensure that your company is making powerful decisions based on real data.30 Nov 2010
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Get all the angles on SQL Server database mirroring
Database mirroring is a high-availability option in SQL Server that’s easy to set up, but for seamless failover, you’ll need to become familiar with the three recommended modes for SQL Server datab...23 Nov 2010
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Q&A;: Staying aloft in SQL Azure development
It’s been an eventful year for SQL Azure. In the wake of big announcements at the recent Professional Developers Conference (PDC) and the Professional Association for SQL Server (PASS) Summit, Micr...16 Nov 2010
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Microsoft gives tour of new release of SQL Server
Microsoft gave PASS Summit 2010 attendees a walk-through of its Denali SQL Server release, demoing its AlwaysOn, FileTable and expanded SQL Server Integration Services features.11 Nov 2010
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Customers react to Microsoft SQL Server preview
Microsoft previewed some of the features of its next SQL Server release, code-named Denali, at the PASS Summit 2010. SearchSQLServer.com got reaction from attendees.10 Nov 2010
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Microsoft releases new parallel data warehouse, previews Denali
Microsoft detailed its new parallel data warehouse capabilities and a cloud-based support offering, and also provided a glimpse of what's to come in the next SQL Server release.09 Nov 2010
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For better SQL Server security, get Extended Protection
Want to ensure SQL Server security? Well, it just got a little easier. Extended Protection guards against attacks targeting the SQL Server database engine through enhanced security features in the ...08 Nov 2010
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SQL Azure database recommendations and best practices
SQL Azure database is modeled on SQL Server technology, but it doesn’t always act like it. SQL Azure is distinct in how it works, and you should handle it accordingly. Read on for guidelines to kee...04 Nov 2010
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Managing multiple SQL Servers the easy way
Managing multiple SQL Servers has made for some tedious work, and human error is never far behind. But fret not; there are plenty of third-party and Microsoft solutions that can lessen the pain.02 Nov 2010
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What every company should do with Business Intelligence
When used properly, the robust business intelligence stack in SQL Server 2008 R2 helps companies run more efficiently. Are you getting the most out of your BI?01 Nov 2010
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Catching up with Master Data Management products
SQL Server 2008 R2 hosts the Master Data Services feature, which can help businesses standardize sets of data. Microsoft didn’t quite let MDS gestate long enough, though, and it lacks a few crucial...01 Nov 2010