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SQL Server 2008 R2 Service Pack 1 CTP - test and feedback #sql #sqltools #ctp

Anonymous — Wed, 11 May 2011 05:00:00 GMT

SQL Server 2008 R2 service pack 1 contains all the cumulative update pack releases since RTM release. This means SP1 CTP consist the CU Package releases from 1 to 6, as CU7 has released on April 18th 2011. So before you test the SQL2008R2SP1 CTP, I would encourage to go through the release notes that gives information about list of issues that are fixed and what's new with this release: The following features are new in Service Pack 1 (SP1). Dynamic Management Views for increased supportability....(read more)

Get your free SQL Server 2008 R2 System Views Map

Anonymous — Thu, 09 Dec 2010 06:00:00 GMT

System views map is a good resource of information for every DBA to know internals of system catalogs of a product. In this case SQL Server 2008 R2 system views map is available for download in the form of PDF & XPS file. Download link refers: The Microsoft SQL Server 2008 R2 System Views Map shows the key system views included in Microsoft SQL Server 2008 and SQL Server 2008 R2, and the relationships between them. The map is similar to the Microsoft SQL Server 2008 version and includes updates...(read more)

List of free resources and tools specific to SQL Server 2008 R2

Anonymous — Fri, 30 Jul 2010 05:00:00 GMT

Whenever the new version of SQL Server is released the first thing I search for Books Online update to upgrade the local copy. In similar to that Microsoft have been releasing lot of free resources and tools that can enhance the learning experience for Developers, DBA and Architects. So here are few resources that I would like to refer about R2 product specific: SQL Server 2008 R2 Feature Pack This R2 Feature Pack is a collection of stand-alone packages which provide additional value for SQL Server...(read more)

SQL Server 2008 Service Pack 2 CTP available for testing

Anonymous — Thu, 08 Jul 2010 05:00:00 GMT

SQL Server Program team announced the CTP release of SQL Server 2008 Service Pack 2, as per the download page: The CTP version of SQL Server 2008 Service Pack 2 (SP2) is now available. You can use these packages to upgrade any of the following SQL Server 2008 editions: Enterprise Standard Evaluation Developer Workgroup This SP2 CTP contains all the cumulative updates that are released after SQL server 2008 SP1 which is CU 8. All the 3 platforms X86, IA64 & X64 releases are available, the next...(read more)

SQL Server 2008 R2 Feature Pack, get yours now

Anonymous — Thu, 13 May 2010 05:00:00 GMT

In continuation to the SQL Server 2008 R2 RTM release here is the another download the Feature Pack which consist the a collection of stand-alone packages which provide additional value to your R2 environment. Get the SQL Server 2008 R2 Feature pack and here is the notes from that link for more information: It includes the latest versions of: Redistributable components for Microsoft® SQL Server® 2008 R2. Add-on providers for Microsoft® SQL Server® 2008 R2. Note: Some components in the Microsoft®...(read more)

Mind the gap, the latest version number for SQL Server 2008 R2 is....

Anonymous — Fri, 23 Apr 2010 05:00:00 GMT

Since the news about SQL Server 2008 R2 RTM is publicised I have downloaded and installed the Evaluation edition and R2 Express edition. You can also download SQL Server 2008 R2 RTM - Management Studio Express (with pre-registration) The Microsoft® SQL Server® 2008 R2 RTM - Express is a powerful and reliable data management system that delivers a rich set of features, data protection, and performance for embedded applications, lightweight Web applications, and local data stores. Designed for easy...(read more)