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Microsoft SQL Server Platforms News

April 28, 2016 28 Apr'16
Database trends to watch after SQL Server 2005 end of life

Two database industry experts discuss infrastructure and analytics trends to consider for database upgrades following the end of SQL Server 2005 extended support.
April 28, 2016 28 Apr'16
Why SQL Server 2005 end of life is good news for DBAs

Two database experts explain how to take advantage of the opportunity created by SQL Server 2005 end of life and how to build a better database.
March 07, 2014 07 Mar'14
SQL Server 2012 SP2 due out later this year, and other SQL Server news

Following a request from some SQL Server MVPs, Microsoft has announced that SQL Server 2012 SP2 will come out sometime later this year.
June 06, 2012 06 Jun'12
Ahead of TechEd, Microsoft speaks on SQL Server 2012, Amazon RDS

Mark Kromer gives tips on what he thinks will be the best sessions at Microsoft TechEd 2012, and also comments on SQL Server in the cloud and a recent Amazon announcement.

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relational database

A relational database is a set of formally described tables from which data can be accessed or reassembled in many different ways without having to reorganize the database tables. Continue Reading
RDBMS (relational database management system)

A relational database management system (RDBMS) is a collection of programs and capabilities that enable IT teams and others to create, update, administer and otherwise interact with a relational database. Continue Reading
How much do you know about the components of SQL Server?

From SQL Server Machine Learning Services to the SQL Server Operating System, there's a lot to know about SQL Server. Test your SQL Server knowledge with our quiz. Continue Reading

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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
SQL Server 2012 features: Weighing the benefits, limitations

This guide explores the popular new features of SQL Server 2012 and offers tips for deciding if it's right for your organization. Continue Reading
Pros and cons of SQL Server 2012

Performance and support top the lists of pros for going to SQL Server 2012. But application compatibility and “the unknown” might keep you away for now. Continue Reading

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SQL Server 2005 end of life is closing in: Are you ready?

Extended support for SQL Server 2005 ends in April. That's it. It's done. If your organization isn't prepared, your data could be at risk, cautions expert Robert Sheldon. Continue Reading
database management system (DBMS)

If the database is a file of information, then the DBMS is the file folders, the file labels and the file cabinet. Continue Reading
Five steps for a successful backup of a stored procedure in SQL Server

Follow these steps to use Management Studio for SQL 2005 for a successful SQL Server stored procedure backup. Continue Reading

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Speed up execution times in Microsoft SQL Azure

Compare the time cost of database calls to SQL Azure versus calls to a local server and get recommendations for improving the speed of database calls to SQL Azure. Continue Reading
Microsoft SQL Server 2012 pricing, licensing packed with changes

SQL Server 2012 pricing includes some significant adjustments, including a reduction in the number of editions and the change from processor- to core-based licensing. Continue Reading
Five things in SQL Server not in SQL Azure

With the excitement over the cloud, it’s easy to forget that Microsoft’s cloud database, SQL Azure, is not for everyone. Learn the five major differences between SQL Azure and SQL Server. Continue Reading

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