E-Guide: Selecting Server Hardware for SQL
sponsored by Dell and Microsoft SQL
EGUIDE:
Read this expert e-guide to discover the hottest in high-performance SQL Server hardware, including a new breed of technologies that can provide multiprocessor power to SQL Server on multiple hosts. Find tips and best practices for choosing server hardware for both virtual and non-virtual SQL environments.
Posted: 09 Feb 2012 | Published: 09 Feb 2012
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ESSENTIAL PERFORMANCE TOOLS FOR SQL SERVER DBAS
sponsored by Idera
WHITE PAPER:
Optimizing SQL Server performance can be a daunting task, especially for an increasing number of reluctant DBAs faced with managing their organization’s SQL Server databases, despite little training. This white paper provides a high-level overview of core SQL Server performance concepts and an overview of essential SQL Server performance tools.
Posted: 02 Feb 2012 | Published: 02 Feb 2012
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LogiXML vs. Microsoft: Which BI Platform is Right for You?
sponsored by LogiXML
WHITE PAPER:
This white paper examines both sides of the buy vs. build, Microsoft vs. LogiXML debate for SQLServer business intelligence (BI) applications.
Posted: 01 Feb 2012 | Published: 01 Feb 2012
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THE SQL SERVER SECURITY THREAT — IT’S CLOSER THAN YOU THINK
sponsored by Idera
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This white paper discusses the information security and compliance issues associated with Microsoft SQL Server database systems. Whether you’re a CSO, IT manager, internal auditor or database administrator, you'll learn about the database security threat, how compliance fits into the overall scheme and what you should do to minimize your risks.
Posted: 31 Jan 2012 | Published: 31 Jan 2012
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Time Savings and Ease of Deployment Comparison Study - Database Appliance vs Microsoft SQL Server
sponsored by Oracle and Intel
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Read this research report to discover the results of comparison testing between two database management systems - Oracle Database Appliance and Microsoft SQL Server - in terms of the productivity and cost-efficiency differences.
Posted: 11 Jan 2012 | Published: 11 Jan 2012
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HP Advanced Information Services For the Vertica Analytics Platform
sponsored by Hewlett-Packard Limited
WHITE PAPER:
This brief paper highlights how Vertica Analytics Platform has the ability to process massive amounts of data at record speeds and process information for quick access to business intelligence (BI).
Posted: 05 Jan 2012 | Published: 05 Jan 2012
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SQL Server Data Tools CTP4 Download
sponsored by Microsoft
INFORMATION CENTER:
Click below to gain access to Microsoft's Data Center, where you can gain insight on SQL Server Data Tools' benifits, install and download the tool pack, and get information to help you get started with developing today.
Posted: 03 Jan 2012 | Published: 03 Jan 2012
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SQL Server 2012 Security
sponsored by Microsoft
WEBCAST:
Check out this essential webcast to learn all about the security & compliance features for SQL Server from Il-Sung Lee, Senior Program Manager from SQL Server Engine Security team.
Posted: 03 Jan 2012 | Premiered: 03 Jan 2012
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What's New in SQL Server 2012 Whitepaper
sponsored by Microsoft
WHITE PAPER:
SQL Server Code Name "Denali" is a significant product release that helps customers to build and support mission critical environments with more confidence and efficiency. This white paper provides an overview of its key new features, benefits, and functionality.
Posted: 03 Jan 2012 | Published: 03 Jan 2012
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E-Guide: Should You Upgrade to SQL Server 2008 R2? What You Need to Know
sponsored by Dell, Inc. and Intel
EGUIDE:
Some consider SQL Server 2008 R2 a "business intelligence release" because the largest, most publicized changes cater to the BI functionality of the product. There are, however, many other new features and functionalities within SQL Server 2008 R2. In this expert e-guide, readers will learn more about these new features.
Posted: 22 Nov 2011 | Published: 22 Nov 2011
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October 2011 SharePoint eZine: The Hidden Costs of SharePoint Server 2010 Implementations
sponsored by SearchContentManagement
EZINE:
In this edition of our quarterly SharePoint e-zine, get expert advice on avoiding surprise expenditures, examples of how customers use ISV products to fill in gaps in SharePoint functionality, and tips to ensure proper staffing so the enterprise gets a ROI.
Posted: 01 Nov 2011 | Published: 01 Nov 2011
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Optimize SharePoint Storage with BLOB Externalization
sponsored by AvePoint, Inc.
WHITE PAPER:
Finding the right storage option for your content management system perticualary, SharePoint, can be a challeneging task. BLOBs are emerging as a soild option for a low-cost and high performing storage.
Posted: 28 Oct 2011 | Published: 28 Oct 2011
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Top 10 Tips for Optimizing SQL Server Performance
sponsored by Quest Software
WHITE PAPER:
SQL Server performance management requires serious time, energy and patience! In this new white paper by Kevin Kline, discover detailed guidance on the issues you can relate to—from cache trashing to bad T-SQL that can return to haunt your applications.See how to maximize database scalability and efficiency with ease. Read the white paper today.
Posted: 03 Oct 2011 | Published: 03 Oct 2011
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The Thin DR Line How to Safeguard SQL Server Data
sponsored by Dell Compellent
WHITE PAPER:
Enterprise Manager software and Instant Replay technology enable administrators to deploy a robust disaster recovery plan with multi-site failover at a fraction of the cost of other replication solutions. Enterprise Manager features an intuitive, point-and-click interface for managing any number of systems at primary and remote sites.
Posted: 10 May 2011 | Published: 10 May 2011
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Dell EqualLogic PS: The Ideal Storage Platform for SQL Server Environments
sponsored by Dell, Inc.
WHITE PAPER:
Database administrators can quickly setup realistic SQL Server testing and development environments. PS Series arrays advanced data protection with quick recovery, online scalability and remote replication make it the ideal storage platform for SQL Server environments that require maximum availability.
Posted: 03 May 2011 | Published: 03 May 2011
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Auto-Snapshot Manager for Microsoft SQL Server Database Protection
sponsored by Dell, Inc.
TECHNICAL ARTICLE:
This Technical Report will discuss advanced operations and techniques on how to use Auto-Snapshot Manager / Microsoft Edition to protect SQL Server databases as well as enhance SQL Server operations in the datacenter.
Posted: 02 May 2011 | Published: 02 May 2011
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Technical Report: Microsoft® SQL Server® Database Protection Using EqualLogic Auto-Snapshot Manager / Microsoft Edition
sponsored by Dell, Inc.
TECHNICAL ARTICLE:
This Technical Report describes using EqualLogic Auto-Snapshot Manager / Microsoft Edition to perform online Smart Copy protection and recovery for SQL Server
Posted: 02 May 2011 | Published: 02 May 2011
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Product Demonstration: Dell EqualLogic PS Series Demonstration for SQL Server Protection and Rapid Recovery
sponsored by Dell, Inc.
WEBCAST:
Join Dell for a one-hour live presentation and demonstration of the EqualLogic Auto-Snapshot Manager / Microsoft Edition. See how ASM/ME with Smart Copy functionality provides storage administrators comprehensive SQL Server database protection, rapid recovery and high availability.
Posted: 27 Apr 2011 | Premiered: 27 Apr 2011
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Fast Track Data Warehouse Reference Architectures from HP and Microsoft: Boost returns and accelerate time to business insight
sponsored by HP and Intel
ANALYST BRIEF:
This HP/Microsoft white paper explains how their fast track data warehouse architecture can help you make the decision for hardware selection and configuration. HP and Microsoft working collaboratively can help you obtain the information to successfully integrate your data warehouse.
Posted: 22 Apr 2011 | Published: 22 Apr 2011
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Federate Identity for Cloud-Based Applications
sponsored by Radiant Logic, Inc.
WHITE PAPER:
A new, more flexible identity infrastructure is on the horizon. With the growing adoption of federation standards and protocols, such as SAML 2.0, OpenID, and WS-Trust, both enterprises and end users will benefit from enhanced security, increased privacy, and a better experience. Read this white paper for more information about the new system.
Posted: 22 Apr 2011 | Published: 22 Apr 2011
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Delivering an Identity Service through Virtualization
sponsored by Radiant Logic, Inc.
WHITE PAPER:
Delivering smarter security and more customized services are at the top of any IT agenda. Both would be easier and cheaper to achieve with a common infrastructure, in what we call an identity and context service. In this paper, we’ll address how such a shared service can serve these two very different IT initiatives.
Posted: 07 Apr 2011 | Published: 07 Apr 2011
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Integrating NOSQL Data Sources with Data Virtualization
sponsored by Composite Software
WHITE PAPER:
NOSQL data stores are proliferating as a means of supporting web-scale data. There are a wide variety of NOSQL systems, each with their own set of use-cases and advantages. This paper describes the primary NOSQL data sources in the market today and how to integrate them with other sources using the Composite Data Virtualization Platform.
Posted: 31 Mar 2011 | Published: 31 Mar 2011
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Getting Started with Master Data Services
sponsored by Global Knowledge
WHITE PAPER:
This white paper highlights the new Master Data Services feature. This enhancement allows an organization to create a Master Data Hub that provides a “single source of truth” for the enterprise’s numerous data entities and hierarchies.
Posted: 24 Feb 2011 | Published: 24 Feb 2011
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Gaston County Leads the Way with Fluid Data Storage
sponsored by Dell Compellent
CASE STUDY:
The residents of Gaston County, N.C., may enjoy magnificent magnolias and a slower pace of life, but they expect performance from social services like emergency medical services, Medicare, Medicaid, child protective services and public safety. Read this white paper to learn how Gaston County alleviated their storage headaches.
Posted: 24 Jan 2011 | Published: 24 Jan 2011
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Improving Data Center Performance through Virtualization of SQL Server Databases
sponsored by Dell, Inc. and Intel
WHITE PAPER:
Small and medium businesses need to support growth while wringing every ounce of value out of the investments they've already made. This paper looks at the benefits of virtualizing SQL Server databases, as well as how to get the most out of your virtual infrastructure.
Posted: 15 Oct 2010 | Published: 15 Oct 2010
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