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Market for big data is open
Vendors should play a more active role in promoting the technology outside the large enterprise sector. Amro Gebreel reports Feature
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Hadoop development: Tools just beginning to tackle higher-level chores
Standard tools exist for Hadoop management, but more work is needed around Hadoop development tools for mainstream IT. Feature
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How to sell cloud BI services by filling in the gaps for customers
Cloud BI services offer customers real-time analysis without the capital expenses, but they can't do everything. That's where the channel comes in. Q&A
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SQL Server 2008 R2 editions, requirements: Top 10 resources
SQL Server 2008 R2 editions offer different things to specific types of customers, learn about them and about the SQL Server 2008 R2 requirements. Top 10
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Parallel processing: Using parallel SQL effectively
Using parallel processing only makes sense for your customers in specific situations. Find out when to use parallel SQL with the Oracle databse to avoid excessive usage. Chapter Excerpt
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Using parallel SQL to improve Oracle database performance
Enhance your customers' Oracle database performance by learning how to use parallel SQL to enable a SQL statement to be processed by multiple threads or processes at once. Chapter Excerpt
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Parallel execution: Determining SQL suitability, benefits
When deciding whether SQL is suitable for parallel execution, consider the factors listed in this chapter excerpt, such as the execution time needed for SQL statements. Chapter Excerpt
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FAQ: Using Resource Governor in SQL Server 2008 R2 to allocate resources
Ensure your customer's SQL Server 2008 R2 environment has the proper resources by determining workload group requirements with Resource Governor and classifying server requests. Project FAQs
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VAR guide: Wireshark, the open source network monitoring tool
Your customers rely on you to monitor their networks to keep them safe and efficient. This VAR guide with Richard Bejtlich outlines the importance of Wireshark, the open source network monitoring tool, and why networking service providers that offer ... Guide
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Microsoft SQL Server 2008 R2 features, requirements: Study guide
Test your knowledge of Microsoft SQL Server 2008 R2 features, hardware and system requirements and find out how to benefit from new features such as Master Data Services. Chapter Excerpt
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Security fears holding back big data moves
Research from Voltage Security has revealed that customers are walking away from big data and cloud projects because of worries about security News | 22 May 2013
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Midmarket responds to SAP Rapid Deployment Solutions
SAP Rapid Deployment Solutions appeal to midmarket customers looking for ERP and CRM system advantages without the high cost. Feature | 16 Nov 2012
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Business intelligence apps help customers organize and understand data
Customers who have a lot of data and need a way to absorb its value are turning to channel solution providers for business intelligence tools. News | 30 Jan 2012
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MySQL partner community talks of market maturation, despite lackluster Oracle channel support
Despite Oracle’s lack of marketing support for MySQL, VARs and developers are seeing success with the database with the help of SkySQL and recent enterprise-features. News | 12 Dec 2011
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Microsoft SQL Server 2008 R2 released to manufacturing
Microsoft SQL Server 2008 R2, which was released to manufacturing this week, has PowerPivot for data management, Master Data Services for data consistency and other features. Article | 23 Apr 2010
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Oracle-Sun Microsystems deal accounts for MySQL concerns
Oracle addressed concerns from the European Commission by promising that they wouldn't use MySQL to harm the European database market. Article | 18 Dec 2009
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Business intelligence software immune to recession
A survey by Forrester Research reveals that companies have no intention of slowing down adoption of business intelligence software. Article | 21 Aug 2009
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Oracle's GoldenGate acquisition highlights SAP's shortcomings
The acquisition of GoldenGate gives Oracle a data integration advantage and strikes envy in SAP customers. Article | 24 Jul 2009
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Oracle/Sun deal casts shadows over hardware, MySQL
News Roundup: Oracle/Sun deal sparks worry over hardware, MySQL; VMware vSphere 4 details revealed; other systems channel news. Article | 24 Apr 2009
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Microsoft's SQL Server 2008 prep begins
SQL Server 2008 won't ship on time, but Microsoft's marketing efforts for the new DBMS are in full swing. Article | 15 Jul 2007
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Database index design and optimization: Some guidelines
What are the latest tips and tricks for database design and optimization? Check out this tip from Basit Farooq to learn more. Tip
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Amazon Redshift an appealing alternative to on-premises data warehouse
Amazon Redshift has intriguing pricing and features, but beware of its differences from a traditional, on-premises data warehouse. Tip
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Domain-specific Oracle master data management
Oracle master data management products are starting to merge various data management hubs, which is a help in particular vertical industries. Tip
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Five steps to an improved data quality assurance plan
Consultant David Loshin offers tips on developing a data quality strategy that can help identify data errors before they cause big business problems. Tip
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Entry-level big data analysis with Google BigQuery
For enterprises intimidated by Hadoop, Google BigQuery offers an entry-level approach to big data analysis, but it may trade accuracy for speed. Tip
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xVelocity Columnstore Indexes in SQL Server 2012
Curious about how xVelocity can help with your columnstore indexes? Check out this tip from Basit Farooq to find out. Tip
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Where did the hub transport server role go in Exchange 2013?
Although the hub transport server is no longer a separate role in Exchange 2013, the transport architecture and services still live on. Tip
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Oracle application performance management done right
Being proactive with your Oracle application performance management is crucial to stemming system slowdowns, according to this tip. Tip
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New Exchange 2013 features may help simplify migration decisions
New Exchange 2013 features make on-premises migrations, Office 365 setups and hybrid environments all viable options. Tip
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How to tune Oracle instance recovery
Find out how to tune Oracle instance recovery in this tip from Matthew Morris, a renowned Oracle Database author. Oracle Database Tip
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What are the best SMB databases?
Discover the best basic SMB database -- and learn when it's time for your SMB clients to upgrade. Ask the Expert
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How can I help clients meet service-level requirements?
Learn how to help your clients meet their service-level requirements in the face of a difficult budgetary situation. Ask the Expert
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What skill sets do I need to support a fault-tolerant, high-availability system?
Learn about the skill sets your staff needs to be able to install and maintain your client's high-availability systems. Ask the Expert
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Why outsource database management services to a VAR?
Database management services are important to systems channel customers, and some are considering outsourcing as an option. Learn what you need to know to make the outsourcing case to intrigued customers. Ask the Expert
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Offer SQL Server security services
Choose which SQL Server security services to offer your customers. Our DBA site expert outlines your options. Ask the Expert
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What should I expect when migrating custom applications from SQL Server to MySQL?
Compatibility problems might crop up in a migration from SQL Server to MySQL. Our DBA site expert Hilary Cotter helps you prepare for them. Ask the Expert
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Integrating Microsoft Office with SQL Server
Deciding whether to integrate Microsoft Office with SQL Server depends on your customers' server environment. Ask the Expert
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What data storage solutions can help with increases in data-transfer volumes and bottlenecks?
It's important to implement data storage solutions for transfer volumes and bottlenecks as data continues to increase. Our virtualization expert Harley Stagner offers advice. Ask the Expert
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SQL Server database security
SQL Server database security is as important to a customer as ensuring their servers don't encounter any downtime. These tools will help keep your customer's database secure. Ask the Expert
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SQL Server 2005 business suite and Microsoft Office integration
Integrating SQL Server 2005 business intelligence suite with Microsoft Office can increase database productivity. Ask the Expert
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network convergence
Network convergence is the efficient coexistence of telephone, video and data communication within a single network. The use of multiple communication modes in a single network offers convenience and flexibility not possible with separate infrastruct... Definition
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Data warehouse performance killers -- and how to avoid them
In a podcast Q&A, consultant William McKnight offers advice on steering clear of common hazards that can puncture the performance of data warehouses. Podcast
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Rich Niemiec on Oracle database 12c, database security and Larry's law
We caught up with Rich Niemiec at Collaborate 13. Listen to his observations on such topics as Oracle database 12c and more. Videocast
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Margaret Wright: OAUG will stay the course
We got a chance to catch up with OAUG's president, Margaret Wright, at Collaborate 13. Find out what she shared with us about OAUG's direction. Video
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FAQ: How to offer high-availability solutions with SQL Server 2008
Expert Ross Mistry discusses the different ways that SQL Server 2008 can provide high-availability solutions in this FAQ podcast. Podcast
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Channel Explained: Federated databases
Learn about heterogeneous and homogeneous federated databases and the pros and cons of each. Video
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File area network (FAN) podcast -- trends in content management and delivery
Online content is proliferating at unprecedented rates. Get advice from industry analyst Brad O'Neil in this podcast, brought to you by Gear 6. Podcast
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Security fears holding back big data moves
Research from Voltage Security has revealed that customers are walking away from big data and cloud projects because of worries about security News
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Database index design and optimization: Some guidelines
What are the latest tips and tricks for database design and optimization? Check out this tip from Basit Farooq to learn more. Tip
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Amazon Redshift an appealing alternative to on-premises data warehouse
Amazon Redshift has intriguing pricing and features, but beware of its differences from a traditional, on-premises data warehouse. Tip
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Domain-specific Oracle master data management
Oracle master data management products are starting to merge various data management hubs, which is a help in particular vertical industries. Tip
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Five steps to an improved data quality assurance plan
Consultant David Loshin offers tips on developing a data quality strategy that can help identify data errors before they cause big business problems. Tip
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Data warehouse performance killers -- and how to avoid them
In a podcast Q&A, consultant William McKnight offers advice on steering clear of common hazards that can puncture the performance of data warehouses. Podcast
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Rich Niemiec on Oracle database 12c, database security and Larry's law
We caught up with Rich Niemiec at Collaborate 13. Listen to his observations on such topics as Oracle database 12c and more. Videocast
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Entry-level big data analysis with Google BigQuery
For enterprises intimidated by Hadoop, Google BigQuery offers an entry-level approach to big data analysis, but it may trade accuracy for speed. Tip
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xVelocity Columnstore Indexes in SQL Server 2012
Curious about how xVelocity can help with your columnstore indexes? Check out this tip from Basit Farooq to find out. Tip
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Market for big data is open
Vendors should play a more active role in promoting the technology outside the large enterprise sector. Amro Gebreel reports Feature
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Read database management news, tips and expert advice for value-added resellers (VARs), consultants and systems integrators that provide database management products and solutions to customers. You'll find tutorials and how-tos on relational database management systems (RDBMSes) such as Oracle, SQL Server and MySQL; help with data analytics concepts such as business intelligence and data mining; and information on database management projects, including backup and recovery, installation and upgrades, performance tuning and data warehousing.