Highly informative to experienced SQL 2000 DBAs

This book is written primarily for the experienced SQL 2000 DBAs who need to know the additions and changes of SQL 2005. Even though SQL 2005 is substantially different from SQL 2000, they are also highly similar. The book focuses on the differences.

As most SQL books, the book lacks details on transactions and locking. Also, data mirroring and replication could have been more detailed and refined.

Given this was one of the first SQL 2005 books on the market, I was surprised at the level of detail outlined in this book. The author clearly understands the nuances of SQL 2005.

Overall, I highly recommend this book to those who are already familiar with SQL 2000. It will confuse those who are just starting with MS SQL.

Other Reviews

• Highly informative to experienced SQL 2000 DBAs
• Good information, well organized
• History of this book
• Shame on Sams for Publishing an ANONYMOUS author
• Loaded with (up-to-date) information on SQL 2005