SQL Server


Getting Serious about ERP

Microsoft has finally put together a strategy for its Dynamics business applications and is pumping major resources into the product line. Partners need to be ready for what's coming.

On-Time Delivery for SQL Server 2005 SP1 

Microsoft on Wednesday announced it is shipping Service Pack 1 for SQL Server 2005, on schedule.

.NET Exam for Enterprise Developers Now Available

Microsoft Learning Group also plans to launch multi-language versions of SQL Server exams in April.

Partner Watch, April 10

NetLib releases data encryption software for SQL Server backup tapes.

IT Weekly Roundup, March 31

From the business wires this week: Idera gets Front Runner status, BizTalk and NAP supporters, and recent Microsoft product delays.

Exams 70-447, 70-536 Now Available

New exam provides MCDBAs with short path to MCITP; new developer exams for application developers now available

IT Weekly Roundup, March 3

From the business wires this week: a file transfer client/server for heterogenous environments, SQL Server and Exchange backup solutions, and a site for SOA resources.

Free Beta Offer for MCPmag.com Readers

Microsoft offers readers of MCPmag.com with promotional codes for select, upcoming beta exams.

MCITP Exams Now Live

Microsoft releases two more exams, aimed at MCITP for SQL Server DBA candidates.

A New Script for Compliance

Scriptlogic Corp. yesterday announced File System Auditor, a tool that lets corporations see exactly who has done what with company files.

MCTS Exams Now Available

New-generation MCP certifications step out of the shadows with general release of three new MCP exams for SQL Server 2005 and Visual Studio 2005.

SQL 2005: The Integrated Stack Is Back

Is all this integration among Microsoft components good for customers?

Get Set for SQL Server 2005

With improvements in business intelligence and development tools, on top of greatly enhanced performance, Microsoft's long-awaited database should present ample partner opportunity.

You've Got Homework

Desmond's last column requests feedback from readers on some future story ideas.

7 Keys to Selling More Upgrades

Microsoft may be its own greatest competitor, but you can convince customers to move on to new versions. Learn how to close that next upgrade opportunity.