Microsoft will be launching its latest SQL Server 2005 somewhere in November. This is your opportunity to join their beta test programme.

SQL Server 2005 has a whole load of changes from the last version, including sections of code in the ETL layer that have been rewritten from scratch. Microsoft promises increased security, and scalability, and says a raft of new features have been added to help deal with unplanned downtime. Yeah right

“We’re launching a preview programme, and want to invite as many people as possible to order the beta version of the software. In parallel, we’re offering a very attractive set of benefits and lots of freebies and goodies, like TechNet subscriptions, courses and events.”

Hurry over and register for the Customer Preview Programme.