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May 12, 2015 12 May'15
SQL Server 2016 preview announced for summer 2015

Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella announced the SQL Server 2016 preview for this summer. Its new features model the ethos of "mobile first, cloud first."
May 07, 2015 07 May'15
Will the R language benefit from Microsoft acquisition?

Microsoft's recent acquisition of Revolution Analytics could go a long way in solidifying the R language's hold on analytical solutions.
March 24, 2015 24 Mar'15
Vendors introduce three new SQL Server appliances

If SQL Server appliances are on your radar, you have options, but the price tag is high. Do your homework before buying. Here are the current offerings.
November 25, 2014 25 Nov'14
SQL Server monitoring tools help DBAs take back nights and weekends

Many DBAs have to work more and more nights and weekends to fulfill zero-downtime demands. But tools for monitoring and managing SQL Server might free up some of that time.

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Seven reasons to upgrade to SQL Server 2012

Support for early versions of SQL Server has ended. But rather than upgrade to SQL Server 2014, companies are turning to SQL Server 2012. Here is why. Continue Reading
Pricing out the new Windows Azure SQL Database

SQL Database -- formerly known as SQL Azure -- is the relational database product under the umbrella of Microsoft Azure, the company’s cloud infrastructure platform. Until recently, Microsoft offered two service plans: Web and Business. Both options... Continue Reading
New Azure SQL subscription model has performance levels

Robert Sheldon explains the new subscription model for Azure SQL Database coming out in 2015. The new model will have three service tiers -- basic, standard and premium. It will also have performance levels for each tier. Continue Reading

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Understanding the Microsoft Sync Framework

An expert explains the Microsoft Sync Framework, a platform for synchronizing heterogeneous data distributed across applications, services and devices. Continue Reading
SQL Server gets its first container management software

DH2i's DxEnterprise is the first application container management software designed for SQL Server. Containerization boosts mobility and reduces downtimes. Continue Reading
How DH2i container management software can lower licensing fees

Asante and Eversheds both cut SQL Server licensing costs using the new DH2i container management software, DxEnterprise. DH2i plans to compete with Microsoft. Continue Reading

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SQL Server 2016 features boost cloud, security and analytics support

In a podcast, SearchSQLServer's Jessica Sirkin discusses the noteworthy features in SQL Server 2016, reactions from early users and issues to consider in thinking about upgrading. Continue Reading
How to provision a SQL Server virtual machine on Azure

Basit Farooq provides two different methods for provisioning a SQL Server virtual machine on Windows Azure. He also explains the benefits of the Windows Azure virtual machine and how to migrate from on-premises to Windows Azure. Continue Reading
Top four tips for virtualizing your SQL Server instance

The increasing need for SQL Server instances is raising costs. Basit Farooq shows you how to control the costs through effective virtualization. Continue Reading

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Some new Windows Azure integration features in SQL Server 2014

Microsoft is all about the cloud SQL Server 2014, especially if it's Microsoft's own cloud. That's why there is built-in Azure integration. Continue Reading
Dive deep into SQL Server 2014 in-memory OLTP

Probably the biggest feature of the upcoming release, SQL Server 2014 in-memory OLTP has benefits that DBAs should know about. Learn how to set it up. Continue Reading
A good SQL Server DBA resume includes knowing the language of business

Learning how technology affects the business will boost any SQL Server DBA resume out there, according to consultant Chris Presley. Continue Reading