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MySQL 5.0.67 Installation on LinuxCentOS-5
This paper takes a look at installing MySQL 5 (5.0.67) on Linux (CentOS-5). No hassle, simple commands with expected results.
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SQL Server Database Snapshots: Are They Right for Me?
In this webcast, sponsored by Quest Software, SQL Server expert Tom LaRock will discuss SQL Server database snapshots and how you can implement them in your environment. He will outline the advantages and limitations of using these snapshots and investigate common use cases where they can successfully be deployed.
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> Live date: 9/9/2008
SQL Server and Access?
Are you using Microsoft Access with SQL Server? I had several people write on Friday that they’d like to see more information on combining Access and SQL Server, using Access as a data mining/reporting tool against SQL Server.
I was a bit surprised, I must admit. I know the apps are there, or can be built, and goodness knows I like working with Access. To me, though, Access is more of a "build the apps/reports they need and deploy it" rather than a mining and drill down type environment.
What types of things do you do with Access and SQL Server combined? I had a couple of people mention that they used Access to report on third-party applications using SQL Server – it was easier to connect and build the reports in that type of environment.
So, what types of things are you doing? Drop me a note…
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Top Ten Steps to Secure Your SQL Server
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Easing the Migration to Microsoft SQL Server 2005
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