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PDW has speed, space, special requirements
Microsoft Parallel Data Warehouse is not like other software. The appliance for SQL Server 2008 R2 allows for mammoth workloads; it also has some specific data loading procedures.
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Purchasing hardware for SQL Server: What not to do
SQL Server performance depends on hardware, and what you buy can have a huge impact. Yet people make mistakes when purchasing hardware for SQL Server. Here are some of the worst.
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Solid-state storage for SQL Server: Is it worth it?
Solid-state storage devices for SQL Server have been growing in popularity in recent years. But do their super-fast read speeds justify their super-high prices?
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Three data warehouse maintenance tips for DBAs
Maintaining a data warehouse may be just another thing on a DBA’s to-do list, but there are reasons for doing it right. These data warehouse maintenance tips should help.
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Learn SQL Server basics from A-Z
Learn SQL Server basics in this tutorial for beginners new to SQL Server and DBAs who want a refresher. Get SQL Server help on the basic topics and features.
Special Coverage
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Mobile device security needs new approach, experts say
Companies lack the tools to control the onslaught of mobile devices in the enterprise.
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Top reasons to get started with SQL Server Denali
The upcoming SQL Server Denali is chock-full of new features, such as super-fast column-store indexes and a new Web-based reporting tool. But what does it mean for businesses?
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Learning Guide
Microsoft SQL Server 2008 Learning Guide
This guide provides an in-depth look at SQL Server 2008, with information on upgrading, overviews of the most important new features, and details on future releases.
SQL Server with Mr. Denny
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Now is a good time to start planning your 2012 conference schedule.
The 2011 conference season is starting to come to a close. There are only a few large conferences left such as VM World, SQL PASS, and Dev Connections. Many people are currently working with their bosses to get sent to these conferences. However while going through these conversations here’s somet...
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