Microsoft SQL Server 2008

SQL Server 2008, the next release of Microsoft SQL Server, provides a comprehensive data platform that is secure, reliable, manageable, and scalable for your mission-critical applications. SQL Server 2008 enables developers to create new applications that can store and consume any type of data on any device, and enables all your users to make informed decisions with relevant insights. Microsoft is releasing a Community Technology Preview (CTP) version of SQL Server 2008 in conjunction with the Microsoft Tech-Ed 2007 conference.

• SQL Server 2008 CTP (February 2008) Is Now Available
  

  With the February 2008 release of SQL Server 2008 Community Technology Preview (CTP), learn about and use new capabilities to help support your mission-critical platform. This latest CTP builds upon a robust platform and continues to improve functionality in all aspects of the product. Download and try it today.

• SQL Server 2008 Ready to be Discovered
  

  SQL Server 2008 will help companies access and manage rapidly increasing volumes of data for mission-critical applications, increase their ability to better understand the organization with business insight, and reduce difficulties associated with managing complex systems.

• SQL Server 2008 Books Online
  

  SQL Server 2008 Books Online is the official product documentation for SQL Server 2008. Read the CTP documentation in the Library.