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How Sun's Acquisition of MySQL Will Affect SQL Server

SQLServerBeta.com Provides DBAs with a Free SQL Server 2008 Instance

MaximumASP, Dell, and PASS now have a joint offering called SQLServerBeta.com, which provides SQL Server users with a free SQL Server 2008 instance.

Boost Your Career to a New Level

Brian encourages readers to submit abstracts to speak at the 2008 PASS Community Summit in November.

A Recap of the "Get Ready for SQL Server 2008" Virtual Event

This week, Brian discusses SQL Server Magazine's "Get Ready for SQL Server 2008" virtual conference that was held in January.

A Look at SQL Server 2008 CTP6

SQL Server 2008 CTP6 is now available, so Brian takes a look at some of the functionality that can be found in this CTP.

Will the Home Storage Market Influence the Enterprise Storage Market?

Brian discusses whether the rising demand for home NAS/SAN solutions will drive innovation and drop prices in the enterprise storage market.

Should You Become a PerformancePoint Server Expert?

This week, Brian discusses what it means to be an expert in a field and whether it's a good career move to become a PerformancePoint Server expert.

Microsoft Pushes SQL Server 2008 RTM Back to Third Quarter 2008

Microsoft recently announced that it was pushing the SQL Server RTM back to third quarter 2008. Find out what Brian thinks this means for the SQL Server community.

Will 2008 Be Virtualization's Breakthrough Year?

This week, Brian discusses the theoretical benefits of virtualization.

Separate but Equal: Microsoft to Segregate Developers and IT Pros at TechEd 2008

TechEd 2008 is no longer going to be a single event, but rather two separate conferences spanning two weeks. Find out how this change will affect you.

The SQL Server 2008 Launch Events

Brian discusses why you don't want to miss the planned SQL Server 2008 launch events.

The Future of SQL Server Events

This week, Brian discusses the pros and cons of virtual and live SQL Server events.

Are SSIS Experts More Aligned with OLAP than OLTP?

This week, Brian explores whether SSIS experts have an affinity for BI.

Microsoft's HealthVault Initiative Takes on Securely Storing Health Care Data

This week, Brian discusses the pros and cons of Microsoft's latest software as a service (SaaS) initiative, HealthVault.

The Winning Scary, Spooky SQL Server Stories Contest Entries

Brian announces the winners of the first annual Scary, Spooky SQL Stories contest.

IBM Acquires Cognos, the Last Major Standalone BI Vendor

With IBM's acquisition of Cognos, most of the big BI vendors are now owned by Microsoft, Oracle, SAP, and IBM.

MOSS Is a Hot Topic at SQL Server Connections

This week, Brian discusses the SharePoint keynote at SQL Server Connections.

Microsoft Now Considered a Leader in the DBMS Market

Find out why Microsoft made it into the Leaders quadrant of Gartner's "Magic Quadrant for Data Warehouse Database Management Systems" report this year.

The First Annual Scary, Spooky SQL Stories Contest

Brian outlines the first annual Scary, Spooky SQL Stories contest.

How DPM 2007 Fits into Your Data Protection Landscape

Brian shares his thoughts and comments on DPM 2007 based on his conversation with Jason Buffington, senior technical product manager of DPM & Storage for Microsoft.