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[Focus]

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23 Business Intelligence Tips
SQL Server's BI tools let the right people ask the right questions at the right time. From basic OLAP solutions to complex multidimensional data modeling techniques, these tips are loaded with information that can give you a competitive edge.
 — Various Authors


34 Development Tips
If you develop database applications or you're simply looking for more efficient code for your SQL Server system, stop here. We've collected dozens of our best development tips in this issue--and more are on the Web!
 — Various Authors


54 Administration Tips
Got a question about managing or tuning your SQL Server system? Check out this array of top tips--we've got the answers you're looking for.
 — Various Authors

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[Features]

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Admin Tools: Above and Beyond
SQL Server’s wealth of built-in administration functionality--the hallmark of the database platform--poses a challenge for third-party solution providers. Here, two leading vendors talk about adding value to an already feature-packed system.
 — Various Authors


Development Tools Rev Up
In this Q&A interview with SQL Server Magazine, two leading solution providers assess the state of the development-tools market and where technology and customer requirements are driving it.
 — Various Authors


The Future of BI
Business intelligence for the masses, dynamic data analysis, and rich enterprise reporting are just a few things you can look forward to over the next 5 years in the SQL Server BI market. See what else you can expect...
 — Various Authors

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[Editorial]

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Time Flies...
We're proud to say it's been 5 years since we started SQL Server Magazine. And, oh, how the SQL Server world has changed.
 — Michael Otey

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[Inside SQL Server]

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In the Tips Gallery
Here’s a tip-off: Every article in SQL Server Magazine contains valuable information you need to do your job.
 — Kalen Delaney

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[Exploring XML]

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Using the sql:key-fields Annotation
You can combat disorderly results from an XML View by using this simple solution.
 — Rich Rollman

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[New Products]

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New Products, March 2004
Check out the latest SQL Server-related new and improved products.
 — Dawn Cyr

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Injection Protection
All relational databases are susceptible to SQL injection attacks. Here are four important steps to protecting your Web applications from SQL injection attacks.
 — Michael Otey