Consolidating SQL Server for Lower TCO
sponsored by Hewlett-Packard Company
WHITE PAPER:
Because of the success of SQL Server in recent years, unintended consequences have developed. These include low levels of utilization, poor availability, and an enormous management burden inflicted on many IT departments. This paper describes a solution: HP PolyServe Software for Microsoft SQL Server.
Posted: 17 Sep 2009 | Published: 17 Sep 2009
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Embarcadero Rapid SQL - SQL IDE Tool, 14 Day Trial!
sponsored by Embarcadero Technologies, Inc.
TRIAL SOFTWARE:
IT needs tools that help their database and application developers produce high quality SQL code faster. To meet the demands of the business they need to accelerate application devlopment cycles and improve team collaboration and resource sharing.
Posted: 10 Sep 2009 | Published: 10 Sep 2009
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SQL Server 2008 - 10-20Terabyte Data Warehousing
sponsored by Dell, Inc.
WHITE PAPER:
This white paper documents the performance of Microsoft SQL Server 2008 Business Intelligence and Data Warehouse solutions deployed on Dell PowerEdge servers with Dell PowerVault storage. Using the knowledge gained through joint development this white paper illustrates the cost-effective performance of Dell Solutions for SQL Server 2008.
Posted: 10 Sep 2009 | Published: 10 Sep 2009
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The High Performance DBA: Optimizing Databases for High Performance
sponsored by Embarcadero Technologies, Inc.
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DBA's have always been faced with the difficult task of maintaining a successful database environment, but recently new trends have come along to further challenge them.
Posted: 10 Sep 2009 | Published: 10 Sep 2009
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Edison Group, Comparative Management Costs Study: Oracle Database 11g vs. Microsoft SQL Server 2008
sponsored by Oracle Corporation
WHITE PAPER:
In this whitepaper presented by the Edison Group, reveals how Oracle Database widens the manageability lead over Microsoft SQL Server 2008. The study shows how Oracle Database can save 43% in time and 41% in database management costs over Microsoft SQL Server 2008.
Posted: 09 Sep 2009 | Published: 09 Sep 2009
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Create Supported SQL Server 2008 Virtual Machines -- Rely on Server Virtualization to run SQL Server 2008
sponsored by Dell, Inc. and Intel
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The support team for Microsoft SQL Server has published guidelines for virtualizing this database engine. Read this paper to learn how to move forward with the process and create supported SQL Server virtual machines (VMs) that can be hosted on Dell PowerEdge servers.
Posted: 02 Sep 2009 | Published: 02 Sep 2009
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eGuide: Best Practices for Effective SQL Server Optimization and Consolidation
sponsored by Forsythe
EDITORIAL RESOURCE GUIDE:
Read this expert E-Guide to discover strategies and best practices essential for effective SQL Server consolidation and optimization. Gain insight into the common challenges associated with consolidation initiatives and learn how to maintain a high level of availability and performance in SQL Server virtual machines.
Posted: 21 Aug 2009 | Published: 21 Aug 2009
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Inside SQL Server 2008: Management Studio Improvements
sponsored by Global Knowledge
WHITE PAPER:
When the SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS) was first introduced in SQL Server 2005, it received mixed reviews. With the launch of SQL Server 2008, Microsoft has succeeded in transforming the SSMS into a much more useful tool set. This whitepaper will list and discuss each of these improvements of SSMS 2008.
Posted: 27 Jul 2009 | Published: 27 Jul 2009
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"Database Activity Monitoring" chapter from "HOWTO Secure and Audit Oracle 10g and 11g"
sponsored by Guardium
BOOK:
Read the "Database Activity Monitoring (DAM)" chapter from "HOWTO Secure and Audit Oracle 10g and 11g" (CRC Press, 2009) and learn how to leverage DAM to prevent SQL injection attacks, monitor privileged users and track access to sensitive data.
Posted: 06 Jul 2009 | Published: 06 Jul 2009
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Databases and ERP Selection: Oracle vs SQL Server
sponsored by IFS
WHITE PAPER:
How do Oracle and Microsoft SQL Server database platforms compare on reliability, scalability and cost when run under enterprise software? Download this white paper for details.
Posted: 19 Jun 2009 | Published: 19 Jun 2009
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Performance Optimization: Extending the IT Infrastructure
sponsored by Embarcadero Technologies, Inc.
WHITE PAPER:
Performance optimization is a key ingredient in the struggle to stretch an invested IT dollar to its absolute limit. Read this whitepaper to learn about the 3-step 'prevent, find, fix' approach to handling performance optimization problems at any stage of the development lifecycle.
Posted: 29 May 2009 | Published: 29 May 2009
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Inside SQL Server 2008: Exploring High Availability and Scalability Enhancements
sponsored by Global Knowledge
WHITE PAPER:
Microsoft is targeting close to zero downtime with SQL 2008 with availability and recovery features that only used to be available via third-party solutions. This white paper discusses the evolution of High-availability from SQL 2005 to SQL 2008, and the tools available to minimize downtime in the Enterprise.
Posted: 26 May 2009 | Published: 26 May 2009
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Enhancing Disk-to-Disk (D2D) Backup with Data Deduplication
sponsored by FalconStor Software
WHITE PAPER:
Today's storage environments need a way to keep data intact without consuming corresponding disk storage. The FalconStor® File Interface Deduplication System provides the solution. Read on to discover the amazing benefits of this data deduplication solution.
Posted: 20 May 2009 | Published: 20 May 2009
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Sawmill 8 - Web Log Analysis Tool
sponsored by Flowerfire, Inc.
TRIAL SOFTWARE:
Sawmill is a powerful hierarchical log analysis tool that runs on every major platform and operating system.
Posted: 19 May 2009 | Published: 19 May 2009
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Embarcadero® DB Optimizer™
sponsored by Embarcadero Technologies, Inc.
TRIAL SOFTWARE:
Poor performing SQL code is costly in terms of dollars and customer satisfaction. Discovering performance bottlenecks once they're in production is costly.
Posted: 14 May 2009 | Published: 14 May 2009
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Microsoft SQL Server in a VMware Environment on Dell PowerEdge Blades and Dell EqualLogic Storage
sponsored by Dell and VMware
WHITE PAPER:
This white paper provides an overview for deploying SQL Server in a virtualized environment for VMware ESX 3.5 Update 4 (U4) running on the latest PowerEdge M610 and M710 blade servers and EqualLogic PS6000XV iSCSI storage arrays.
Posted: 05 May 2009 | Published: 05 May 2009
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BMC SQL Performance for DB2: Two Minute Explainer Video
sponsored by BMC Software, Inc
WEBCAST:
Inefficient DB2 applications can waste MIPS and cost an organization thousands while mainframe application demand continually grows. Learn how BMC's SQL Performance solution for DB2 can reduce CPU MIPS, improve DB2 application performance, correct problems before they occur, and enable staff to work on more productive tasks.
Posted: 24 Apr 2009 | Premiered: 24 Apr 2009
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eBook: Best Practices for DB2 on z/OS Performance
sponsored by BMC Software, Inc
EBOOK:
This book contains general information about improving performance for DB2 on z/OS and specific information about how BMC products help improve performance.
Posted: 17 Apr 2009 | Published: 17 Apr 2009
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Performance Advantage of Dell PowerEdge R900 over HP DL585 Running Microsoft Hyper-V
sponsored by Dell and Microsoft
WHITE PAPER:
The combination of high performance and efficiency make the PowerEdge R900 an excellent Microsoft Hyper-V virtualization server.
Posted: 11 Dec 2008 | Published: 11 Dec 2008
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Getting Started with LINQ to XML
sponsored by Global Knowledge
WHITE PAPER:
LINQ is an acronym which stands for Language Integrated Query. This new technology comes built into the .NET Framework 3.5 and can be used with any of the different languages that run under .NET. This paper serves as an introduction.
Posted: 10 Dec 2008 | Published: 10 Dec 2008
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SharePoint Customization Best Practices
sponsored by Global Knowledge
WHITE PAPER:
This white paper explores how to change some of the default user experiences by customizing elements of both the Look and Feel and the site Navigation. Many additional "out of the box" customization elements are available.
Posted: 10 Dec 2008 | Published: 10 Dec 2008
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The Alarming Shift in Cybercrime: How Organized Attacks Now Target Your Wallet
sponsored by Blue Coat
WHITE PAPER:
This paper will examine the shift in the nature of cybercrimes, how the thieves target their victims, and what can be done to prevent them.
Posted: 10 Jul 2008 | Published: 10 Jul 2008
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Oracle Database 11g for Data Warehousing and Business Intelligence
sponsored by Oracle Corporation
WHITE PAPER:
This white-paper provides an overview of Oracle Database 11g's capabilities for data warehousing, and discuses its key features and technologies. Discover how to integrate information, perform fast queries, scale to very large data volumes, and more.
Posted: 15 Oct 2007 | Published: 15 Oct 2007
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