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SQL Server 2008 - What's new for IT Pro community [UK Usergroup conference]

Published 9 April 8 10:28 AM | SSQA.net

In continuaton to UK User Group conference (2 day) in Microsoft Campus, Thames Valley Park Reading here is my presentation to download that was delivered on 09th April 2008. Appreciate your feedback....( read more ) Read More...

Filed under: sql server, community, 2008, enterprise, best practice, whatsnew, conference, usergroup, itpro

SQL Server 2008 - What's new and what's coming up!

Published 17 March 8 3:11 AM | SSQA.net

You may be aware that MVP s have the advantage of getting to know about the product information before it is let to the user community, that is the main advantage (I feel) to make the most of MVP award experience, Microsoft keeps MVPs informed of award...

Filed under: sql server, blogs, mvp, download, features, 2008, ctp, whatsnew, product release

What's new, rather removed features from SQL Server 2008 (CTP6)

Published 21 February 8 2:11 AM | SSQA.net

It has been a 'very busy' month sofar, in particular to Microsoft world and sub-domains of Windows Server, Virtual Server & SQL Server and you know why from here. Not a 'real' launch for SQL Server folks out there, but a concession...

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When is next CTP instalment of SQL Server 2008 set to released?

Published 14 February 8 1:27 AM | SSQA.net

Its nearly 90 days from SQL Server 2008 November CTP and as per the CTP release cycle (90 days) the next instalment of SQL 2008 may be ready by end of this month. I feel that may be the last one before the RTM or as per the communication from Microsoft...

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Certification path for SQL Server 2008

Published 14 December 7 6:22 AM | SSQA.net

As SQL Server 2008 is still in CTP process Microsoft learning has already announced the process in getting certification in this new version. Not only with Learning opportunities Microsoft Press also offering freebies by the way of ebooks and press newsletter...

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Whats new with SQL 2008 July CTP - new DMVs for memory management

Published 4 August 7 4:40 AM | SSQA.net

As this is the 2nd instalment of public CTP of SQL Server 2008 we will be expecting more information on 'whats new' and 'whats not (deprecated)'. For me (majority of you too) having handful information with DMVs is essential, in this regad...

Filed under: sql server, performance, dmv, 2008, whatsnew, system state

Upcoming events (webcasts & online) about SQL Server 2008 July 2007 CTP

Published 1 August 7 2:58 AM | SSQA.net

So July2007Ctp is available now and you need to learn more details about this release, then look at the calendar of events (online & webcasts) that are lined up by Microsoft SQL Server Developmetn Team. The first event is scheduled to host on 13th...

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SQL Server 2008 Books Online: How to find out what features are in a CTP release

Published 20 July 7 4:41 AM | SSQA.net

Whenever a CTP release is available it is best to refer to the documentation to know about t he features that are available in this CTP are documented. In this case ensure you have downloaded the Books Online from that CTP release and open the BOL then...

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