Chapter 9. Upgrading to SQL Server 2008

SQL Server 2008 offers a number of new features and improvements that make upgrading desirable. You can upgrade instances of SQL Server 2000 and SQL Server 2005 to SQL Server 2008 or SQL Server 2008 R2, as well as upgrade SQL Server 2008 to SQL Server 2008 R2. Whether you’re a gung-ho developer or the most conservative of administrators, there’s an upgrade path to suit your comfort level. This chapter provides best practices and recommendations for ...

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