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SQL Server 2008 Feature Pack
Download the 2008 Feature Pack for SQL Server 2008, a collection of stand-alone install packages that provide additional value for SQL Server 2008.

SQL Server 2008 Trial Software
Download the fully functional Microsoft SQL Server 2008 Evaluation edition and try the latest features of SQL Server 2008 free for 180 days.

SQL Server 2008 SP1
Service Pack 1 (SP1) focuses on essential updates only, primarily roll-ups of cumulative updates 1 to 3 and fixes to issues reported through the SQL Server community. SP1 eases deployment and management of Service Packs by introducing Slipstream, Service Pack Uninstall, and Report Builder 2.0 Click Once capability.

SQL Server Express
Download SQL Server 2008 Express, a lightweight, feature-rich, powerful database for Windows and Web data-enabled needs.

SQL Server 2008 Books Online
Download the Books Online for Microsoft SQL Server 2008, the primary documentation for SQL Server 2008.

SQL Server 2005 SP3
Microsoft SQL Server 2005 Service Pack 3 (SP3) addresses issues reported through the SQL Server community, and includes a roll-up of fixes since SP2. SP3 does not introduce major new features. Also, the Feature Pack for SP3 has been updated with this release.

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SQL Server 2008: Access Your Data Any Place Any Time
SQL Server 2008: Access Your Data Any Place Any Time
Find out how you can achieve your business and IT goals with business intelligence programs that let users explore, report on, and share data while efficiently capitalizing on your organization’s IT resources. Explore the latest solutions from Microsoft SQL Server 2008 database software through a series of free webcasts, podcasts, and virtual labs and learn how your company can benefit from increased collaboration when you integrate, manage, and deliver data seamlessly across the enterprise.
Sunday, May 31
SQL Server 2008 Service Pack 1 Now Available
SQL Server 2008 Service Pack 1 Now Available
Service Pack 1 (SP1) focuses on essential updates only, primarily roll-ups of cumulative updates 1 to 3 and fixes to issues reported through the SQL Server community. SP1 eases deployment and management of Service Packs by introducing Slipstream, Service Pack Uninstall, and Report Builder 2.0 Click Once capability.
Tuesday, Apr 7
How Do I BI
How Do I BI
Explore data mining models in Business Intelligence Development Studio, part of Microsoft SQL Server 2008 database software, with Senior Developer Evangelist Lynn Langit. See how you can create data sources in Business Intelligence Development Studio, process Microsoft SQL Server Analysis Services (SSAS) objects, work with the Cube Editor, and more.
Monday, Mar 23
MSXML 4.0 SP3 now available
MSXML 4.0 SP3 now available
MSXML4 SP3 is a complete replacement of previous service packs and includes security and reliability fixes. After MSXML4.0 SP3, there are no future service packs planned and MSXML4 SP2 support will end in November 2009. MSXML4.0 customers are recommended to upgrade to MSXML6 which has new functionality, performance and security improvements.
Friday, Mar 6
SQL Server 2008 Service Pack 1 CTP Now Available
SQL Server 2008 Service Pack 1 CTP Now Available
Service Pack 1 (SP1) focus on essential updates only, primarily a Roll-up of Cumulative Update 1 to 3 and fixes to issues reported through the SQL Server community. While keeping product changes contained, we have made significant investments to ease deployment and management of Service Packs by introducing: Slipstream, Service Pack Uninstall, and Report Builder 2.0 Click Once capability.
Monday, Feb 23

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