SQL Server 2005 is Microsoft's next-generation data management and analysis software designed to deliver increased scalability, availability, and security to enterprise data and analytical applications while making them easier to create, deploy, and manage. Filled with practical solutions and real-world examples, this resource includes full details on:

• Enterprise data management capabilities, including security and clustering
• Powerful developer tools -- T-SQL, .NET CLR, XML, ADO.NET 2.0
• Business Intelligence features, such as Integration Services, data warehousing, and reports