Improve the performance of relational databases with indexes designed for current hardware Over the last few years, hardware and software have advanced beyond all recognition, so it is not surprising that relational database performance now receives much less attention. This enables the comparison was made of various designs, and help you choose the options available to design the most appropriate. This book is intended for anyone who wants to understand the performance issues SQL or how to design effective tables and indexes. With this title, readers with many years experience of relational systems will be able to better understand the implications that have been brought into play by the introduction of new hardware. An Instructor's Manual solution detailed presentation to all the problems in this book are available online from the Wiley editorial department. An Instructor Support FTP site is also available.