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Jul 16 2009   5:00AM GMT

Implementing Spatial Data in SQL Server 2008



Posted by: Brent Sheets
SQL Server Spatial Data, Alastair Aitchison, Apress, SQL Server 2008

Overview: “Microsoft SQL Server 2008 introduces new geography and geometry spatial datatypes that enable the storage of structured data describing the shape and position of objects in space. This is an interesting and exciting new feature, with many potentially useful applications. Beginning Spatial with SQL Server 2008 covers everything you need to know to begin using these new spatial datatypes, and explains how to apply them in practical situations involving the spatial relationships of people, places, and things on the earth.”

This free chapter has been selected from Beginning Spatial with SQL Server 2008 by Apress. Enjoy the chapter and be sure to check out the related SQL Server resources listed below. Voice your feedback on this chapter or let us know of other books you’d like to see featured on the IT Bookworm Blog by leaving a comment. Thanks.

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Beginning Spatial with SQL Server 2008 Written by
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ISBN-13 		Alastair Aitchison
Beginning Spatial with SQL Server 2008
Apress
January 21, 2009
1430218290
978-1430218296

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Chapter 2: Implementing Spatial Data in SQL Server 2008 (Part 1)
Chapter 2: Implementing Spatial Data in SQL Server 2008 (Part 2)

RELATED PEER ADVICE
  → Visit our SQL Server community
  → Need SQL Server answers? Ask your own SQL Server question
  → Browse the Editor Q&A on the SearchSQLServer.com Public Profile

RELATED RESOURCES
  → Visit the SQL Server with Mr. Denny blog
  → Visit the The Multifunctioning DBA blog
  → Browse SQL Server Administration resources
  → Browse SQL Server Development resources
  → Browse SQL Server Platforms resources
  → Browse SQL Server Management Issues resources
  → Visit the SearchSQLServer.com website

RELATED CONTENT
  → IT Definitions: Location-based Service (LBS) (visit the Database Glossary for more)
  → Primer: Microsoft SQL Server 2008 Resource Governor primer
  → Article: Microsoft renames SQL Server release, adds data services
  → Blog: Details emerge about SQL Server 2008 R2
  → eZine: Utilize Analysis Services partitions and aggregations (PDF)
  → Book Excerpt: An overview of SQL Server Report Builder 2.0
  → Audio: Spatial Data in SQL Server 2008 with Denny Cherry
  → Video: Building a data warehousing and BI solution
  → Webcast: 10 Ways Predictive Analytics Can Help You
  → Quiz: Business Intelligence

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May 7 2009   5:00AM GMT

Oracle on Linux: Analyzing Server Performance



Posted by: Brent Sheets
Oracle on Linux, Darl Kuhn, Charles Kim, Bernard Lopuz, Apress, Linux

Overview: “Linux Recipes for Oracle DBAs is an example-based book on managing Oracle Database in a Linux environment. Covering commonly used distributions such as Red Hat Enterprise Linux and Oracle Enterprise Linux, the book is written for database administrators who need to get work done and lack the luxury of curling up fireside with a stack of Linux documentation. The book is task-oriented: Look up the task to perform. See the solution. Read up on the details. Get the job done.”

This free chapter has been selected from Linux Recipes for Oracle DBAs by Apress. Enjoy the chapter and be sure to check out the related Linux and Oracle resources listed below. Voice your feedback on this chapter or let us know of other books you’d like to see featured on the IT Bookworm Blog by leaving a comment. Thanks.

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ISBN-13 		Darl Kuhn, Charles Kim and Bernard Lopuz
Linux Recipes for Oracle DBAs
Apress
November 14, 2008
1430215755
978-1430215752

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Chapter 8: Analyzing Server Performance

RELATED PEER ADVICE
  → Visit our Oracle community or Linux community
  → Need answers? Ask your own Oracle or Linux question

RELATED RESOURCES
  → Visit the Eye on Oracle blog
  → Visit the Enterprise Linux Log blog
  → Visit the Open Source Software and Linux blog
  → Browse Oracle on Linux resources
  → Browse Linux databases resources
  → Visit the SearchOracle.com website
  → Visit the SearchEnterpriseLinux.com website

RELATED CONTENT
  → IT Definitions: Oracle and Linux (visit the Database Glossary and Linux Glossary for more)
  → Article: Oracle releases VM virtualization templates, boasts Linux momentum
  → Article: Firm dumps MySQL on Red Hat for Oracle Database on Oracle Linux
  → Article: Oracle beefs up Linux partnerships to expand Linux customer base
  → Article: Oracle Enterprise Linux displaces Red Hat at publishing company
  → Quiz: Oracle Enterprise Manager
  → Quiz: Linux databases

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Apr 9 2009   5:00AM GMT

Using SSH to automate system administration securely



Posted by: Brent Sheets
Linux administration, Kirk Bauer, Nathan Campi, Apress, SSH, Linux

Overview: “This book is for Linux system administrators who want to learn about the software and methodology to automate repetitive tasks - regardless of network or datacenter size - in one place. System managers will also find it much easier to think about network technology and automation projects if they read this book. This book is also for anyone who is interested in repeatable and secure infrastructure.”

This free chapter has been selected from Automating Linux and Unix System Administration, 2nd Edition by Apress, Inc. Enjoy the chapter and be sure to check out the related enterprise Linux resources listed below. If you have feedback about this chapter or would like to suggest a book to be featured here on IT Bookworm Blog — then please leave a comment. Thanks.

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Automating Linux and Unix System Administration Written by
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ISBN-13		 Kirk Bauer and Nathan Campi
Automating Linux and Unix System Administration, Second Edition
Apress
December 15, 2008
1-4302-1059-1
978-1-4302-1059-7

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Chapter 3: Using SSH to Automate System Administration Securely

RELATED PEER ADVICE
→ Visit our Linux community
→ Need answers? Ask your own SSH or Linux question

RELATED RESOURCES
→ Visit the Enterprise Linux Log blog
→ Visit the Open Source Software and Linux blog
→ Browse these resources for Linux Administration
→ Visit the SearchEnterpriseLinux.com website

RELATED CONTENT
→ IT Definitions: SSH and Linux (visit the Linux Glossary for more)
→ Technical Tip: Using OpenSSH for secure network tunnels on Linux
→ Author Q&A: Building a Linux infrastructure with maximum automation
→ Expert Answer: Hardening Linux servers for remote access
→ Technical Guide: 77 useful Linux commands and utilities
→ Quiz: Linux lore

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Apr 7 2009   5:00AM GMT

Configuring a VPN using IPSec



Posted by: Brent Sheets
VPN, Jason Neumann, Apress, Cisco Routers, IPSec, Router configuration, Cisco, Cisco IOS

Overview: “Cisco Routers for the Small Business provides in plain English a no-nonsense approach to setting up all the features of the Cisco IOS for a small business using broadband technologies. This book explains how to use a Cisco router to setup cable modems, DSL and PPPoE, and explains how to configure NAT, Access Control Lists, Firewalls, DMZs and an IPSec VPN between two sites using advanced encryption.”

This free chapter has been selected from Cisco Routers for the Small Business by Apress, Inc. Enjoy the chapter and be sure to check out the related VPN and networking resources listed below. If you have feedback about this chapter or would like to suggest a book to be featured here on IT Bookworm Blog — then please leave a comment. Thanks.

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Cisco Routers for the Small Business Written by
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ISBN-13		 Jason Neumann
Cisco Routers for the Small Business
Apress
January 2, 2009
1-4302-1851-7
978-1-4302-1851-7

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Chapter 4: Configuring a VPN using IPSec

RELATED PEER ADVICE
→ Visit our Networking community
→ Need answers? Ask your own VPN or Cisco IOS question

RELATED RESOURCES
→ Visit the The Network Hub blog
→ Visit David’s Cisco Networking Blog
→ Visit the SearchEnterpriseWAN.com website
→ Visit the SearchNetworking.com website
→ Browse these VPN design and VPN configuration resources
→ Browse these Network Administration resources

RELATED CONTENT
→ IT Definitions: VPN and IPSec (visit the Network Administration Glossary for more)
→ FAQ: Troubleshooting VPN connections
→ How-To: Direct transport VPN configuration
→ How-To: IPsec VPN router configuration: The ISAKMP policy
→ Learning Guide: Network administration guide

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