﻿<?xml version="1.0" encoding="utf-8"?><rss version="2.0"><channel><title>TechNet Events</title><link>http://www3.technetevents.com/</link><description>Learn about the free TechNet Events happening around the country that provide an opportunity to brush up on the new tools and advanced technologies needed to take your skills to the next level.</description><language>en-us</language><lastBuildDate>Wed, 29 Jun 2005 21:59:43 GMT</lastBuildDate><image><url>http://www3.technetevents.com/images/banner.gif</url><title>TechNet Events</title><link>http://www3.technetevents.com/</link></image><copyright>Copyright 2005 Microsoft</copyright><item><title>Hazelwood, MO 08/02/2005</title><link>http://msevents.microsoft.com/cui/EventDetail.aspx?culture=en-US&amp;EventID=1032277477</link><description>&lt;p&gt;
Get the scoop on all the free TechNet Events in your local area. These lively sessions provide the perfect opportunity to brush up on the new tools and advanced technologies that will make your life a whole lot easier.
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Rock Solid SQL - Step Up the Security and Reliability of Your SQL Servers with SQL Server 2005™
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Build the best possible foundation for your business solutions with SQL Server 2005.  Join us live as we discuss how to maximize security and reliability with SQL Server 2005.
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In this session, you’ll learn how to:
&lt;ul&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Tighten controls on your existing systems&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Use the new Database Mirroring technology to provide faster, automatic failover&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Configure automatic maintenance plans and alerts&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Use the Dynamic Management Views to provide greater insight into your database performance with simple, yet powerful reports&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Quickly tune the database with the Database Tuning Advisor&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Reduce locking contention with new optimistic concurrency controls&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Enhance performance and reliability by partitioning tables on the disk&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
 
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Register to attend this FREE event and receive a copy of SQL Server 2005 CTP and the new TechNet Events Resource DVD*.  
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*Limit one DVD per registered attendee while supplies last. Resource DVD must be claimed on-site at the end of the event. DVD content is subject to change.
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Get the scoop on all the free TechNet Events in your local area. These lively sessions provide the perfect opportunity to brush up on the new tools and advanced technologies that will make your life a whole lot easier.
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Rock Solid SQL - Step Up the Security and Reliability of Your SQL Servers with SQL Server 2005™
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Build the best possible foundation for your business solutions with SQL Server 2005.  Join us live as we discuss how to maximize security and reliability with SQL Server 2005.
&lt;/p&gt;
In this session, you’ll learn how to:
&lt;ul&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Tighten controls on your existing systems&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Use the new Database Mirroring technology to provide faster, automatic failover&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Configure automatic maintenance plans and alerts&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Use the Dynamic Management Views to provide greater insight into your database performance with simple, yet powerful reports&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Quickly tune the database with the Database Tuning Advisor&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Reduce locking contention with new optimistic concurrency controls&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Enhance performance and reliability by partitioning tables on the disk&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
 
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Register to attend this FREE event and receive a copy of SQL Server 2005 CTP and the new TechNet Events Resource DVD*.  
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*Limit one DVD per registered attendee while supplies last. Resource DVD must be claimed on-site at the end of the event. DVD content is subject to change.
&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;Venue:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Boynton Beach, FL&lt;br /&gt;Theater-UA Movies @ Boynton Beach 9&lt;/p&gt;</description></item><item><title>San Francisco, CA 08/02/2005</title><link>http://msevents.microsoft.com/cui/EventDetail.aspx?culture=en-US&amp;EventID=1032276916</link><description>&lt;p&gt;
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Rock Solid SQL - Step Up the Security and Reliability of Your SQL Servers with SQL Server 2005™
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Build the best possible foundation for your business solutions with SQL Server 2005.  Join us live as we discuss how to maximize security and reliability with SQL Server 2005.
&lt;/p&gt;
In this session, you’ll learn how to:
&lt;ul&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Tighten controls on your existing systems&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Use the new Database Mirroring technology to provide faster, automatic failover&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Configure automatic maintenance plans and alerts&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Use the Dynamic Management Views to provide greater insight into your database performance with simple, yet powerful reports&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Quickly tune the database with the Database Tuning Advisor&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Reduce locking contention with new optimistic concurrency controls&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Enhance performance and reliability by partitioning tables on the disk&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
 
&lt;p&gt;
Register to attend this FREE event and receive a copy of SQL Server 2005 CTP and the new TechNet Events Resource DVD*.  
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&lt;p&gt;
*Limit one DVD per registered attendee while supplies last. Resource DVD must be claimed on-site at the end of the event. DVD content is subject to change.
&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;Venue:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;br /&gt;San Francisco, CA&lt;br /&gt;Theater - Loews METREON&lt;/p&gt;</description></item><item><title>Miami, FL 08/04/2005</title><link>http://msevents.microsoft.com/cui/EventDetail.aspx?culture=en-US&amp;EventID=1032277490</link><description>&lt;p&gt;
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Rock Solid SQL - Step Up the Security and Reliability of Your SQL Servers with SQL Server 2005™
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Build the best possible foundation for your business solutions with SQL Server 2005.  Join us live as we discuss how to maximize security and reliability with SQL Server 2005.
&lt;/p&gt;
In this session, you’ll learn how to:
&lt;ul&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Tighten controls on your existing systems&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Use the new Database Mirroring technology to provide faster, automatic failover&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Configure automatic maintenance plans and alerts&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Use the Dynamic Management Views to provide greater insight into your database performance with simple, yet powerful reports&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Quickly tune the database with the Database Tuning Advisor&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Reduce locking contention with new optimistic concurrency controls&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Enhance performance and reliability by partitioning tables on the disk&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
 
&lt;p&gt;
Register to attend this FREE event and receive a copy of SQL Server 2005 CTP and the new TechNet Events Resource DVD*.  
&lt;/p&gt;
  
&lt;p&gt;
*Limit one DVD per registered attendee while supplies last. Resource DVD must be claimed on-site at the end of the event. DVD content is subject to change.
&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;Venue:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Miami, FL&lt;br /&gt;Theater - United Artists Movies @ The Falls 12&lt;/p&gt;</description></item><item><title>Reno, NV 08/04/2005</title><link>http://msevents.microsoft.com/cui/EventDetail.aspx?culture=en-US&amp;EventID=1032277499</link><description>&lt;p&gt;
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Rock Solid SQL - Step Up the Security and Reliability of Your SQL Servers with SQL Server 2005™
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Build the best possible foundation for your business solutions with SQL Server 2005.  Join us live as we discuss how to maximize security and reliability with SQL Server 2005.
&lt;/p&gt;
In this session, you’ll learn how to:
&lt;ul&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Tighten controls on your existing systems&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Use the new Database Mirroring technology to provide faster, automatic failover&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Configure automatic maintenance plans and alerts&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Use the Dynamic Management Views to provide greater insight into your database performance with simple, yet powerful reports&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Quickly tune the database with the Database Tuning Advisor&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Reduce locking contention with new optimistic concurrency controls&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Enhance performance and reliability by partitioning tables on the disk&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
 
&lt;p&gt;
Register to attend this FREE event and receive a copy of SQL Server 2005 CTP and the new TechNet Events Resource DVD*.  
&lt;/p&gt;
  
&lt;p&gt;
*Limit one DVD per registered attendee while supplies last. Resource DVD must be claimed on-site at the end of the event. DVD content is subject to change.
&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;Venue:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Reno, NV&lt;br /&gt;Peppermill Hotel Casino&lt;/p&gt;</description></item><item><title>Peoria, IL 08/04/2005</title><link>http://msevents.microsoft.com/cui/EventDetail.aspx?culture=en-US&amp;EventID=1032277500</link><description>&lt;p&gt;
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Rock Solid SQL - Step Up the Security and Reliability of Your SQL Servers with SQL Server 2005™
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Build the best possible foundation for your business solutions with SQL Server 2005.  Join us live as we discuss how to maximize security and reliability with SQL Server 2005.
&lt;/p&gt;
In this session, you’ll learn how to:
&lt;ul&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Tighten controls on your existing systems&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Use the new Database Mirroring technology to provide faster, automatic failover&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Configure automatic maintenance plans and alerts&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Use the Dynamic Management Views to provide greater insight into your database performance with simple, yet powerful reports&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Quickly tune the database with the Database Tuning Advisor&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Reduce locking contention with new optimistic concurrency controls&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Enhance performance and reliability by partitioning tables on the disk&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
 
&lt;p&gt;
Register to attend this FREE event and receive a copy of SQL Server 2005 CTP and the new TechNet Events Resource DVD*.  
&lt;/p&gt;
  
&lt;p&gt;
*Limit one DVD per registered attendee while supplies last. Resource DVD must be claimed on-site at the end of the event. DVD content is subject to change.
&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;Venue:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Peoria, IL&lt;br /&gt;Peoria Civic Center&lt;/p&gt;</description></item><item><title>Wauwatosa, WI 08/09/2005</title><link>http://msevents.microsoft.com/cui/EventDetail.aspx?culture=en-US&amp;EventID=1032277480</link><description>&lt;p&gt;
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Rock Solid SQL - Step Up the Security and Reliability of Your SQL Servers with SQL Server 2005™
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Build the best possible foundation for your business solutions with SQL Server 2005.  Join us live as we discuss how to maximize security and reliability with SQL Server 2005.
&lt;/p&gt;
In this session, you’ll learn how to:
&lt;ul&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Tighten controls on your existing systems&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Use the new Database Mirroring technology to provide faster, automatic failover&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Configure automatic maintenance plans and alerts&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Use the Dynamic Management Views to provide greater insight into your database performance with simple, yet powerful reports&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Quickly tune the database with the Database Tuning Advisor&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Reduce locking contention with new optimistic concurrency controls&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Enhance performance and reliability by partitioning tables on the disk&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
 
&lt;p&gt;
Register to attend this FREE event and receive a copy of SQL Server 2005 CTP and the new TechNet Events Resource DVD*.  
&lt;/p&gt;
  
&lt;p&gt;
*Limit one DVD per registered attendee while supplies last. Resource DVD must be claimed on-site at the end of the event. DVD content is subject to change.
&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;Venue:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Wauwatosa, WI&lt;br /&gt;Theater-AMC Mayfair Mall 18&lt;/p&gt;</description></item><item><title>Spokane, WA 08/09/2005</title><link>http://msevents.microsoft.com/cui/EventDetail.aspx?culture=en-US&amp;EventID=1032277481</link><description>&lt;p&gt;
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Rock Solid SQL - Step Up the Security and Reliability of Your SQL Servers with SQL Server 2005™
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Build the best possible foundation for your business solutions with SQL Server 2005.  Join us live as we discuss how to maximize security and reliability with SQL Server 2005.
&lt;/p&gt;
In this session, you’ll learn how to:
&lt;ul&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Tighten controls on your existing systems&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Use the new Database Mirroring technology to provide faster, automatic failover&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Configure automatic maintenance plans and alerts&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Use the Dynamic Management Views to provide greater insight into your database performance with simple, yet powerful reports&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Quickly tune the database with the Database Tuning Advisor&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Reduce locking contention with new optimistic concurrency controls&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Enhance performance and reliability by partitioning tables on the disk&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
 
&lt;p&gt;
Register to attend this FREE event and receive a copy of SQL Server 2005 CTP and the new TechNet Events Resource DVD*.  
&lt;/p&gt;
  
&lt;p&gt;
*Limit one DVD per registered attendee while supplies last. Resource DVD must be claimed on-site at the end of the event. DVD content is subject to change.
&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;Venue:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Spokane, WA&lt;br /&gt;Theater - Regal Spokane Valley Stadium 12&lt;/p&gt;</description></item><item><title>Columbia, MD 08/09/2005</title><link>http://msevents.microsoft.com/cui/EventDetail.aspx?culture=en-US&amp;EventID=1032277479</link><description>&lt;p&gt;
Get the scoop on all the free TechNet Events in your local area. These lively sessions provide the perfect opportunity to brush up on the new tools and advanced technologies that will make your life a whole lot easier.
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Rock Solid SQL - Step Up the Security and Reliability of Your SQL Servers with SQL Server 2005™
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Build the best possible foundation for your business solutions with SQL Server 2005.  Join us live as we discuss how to maximize security and reliability with SQL Server 2005.
&lt;/p&gt;
In this session, you’ll learn how to:
&lt;ul&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Tighten controls on your existing systems&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Use the new Database Mirroring technology to provide faster, automatic failover&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Configure automatic maintenance plans and alerts&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Use the Dynamic Management Views to provide greater insight into your database performance with simple, yet powerful reports&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Quickly tune the database with the Database Tuning Advisor&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Reduce locking contention with new optimistic concurrency controls&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Enhance performance and reliability by partitioning tables on the disk&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
 
&lt;p&gt;
Register to attend this FREE event and receive a copy of SQL Server 2005 CTP and the new TechNet Events Resource DVD*.  
&lt;/p&gt;
  
&lt;p&gt;
*Limit one DVD per registered attendee while supplies last. Resource DVD must be claimed on-site at the end of the event. DVD content is subject to change.
&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;Venue:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Columbia, MD&lt;br /&gt;Theater - UA SNOWDEN SQUARE STADIUM 14&lt;/p&gt;</description></item><item><title>Redmond, WA 08/11/2005</title><link>http://msevents.microsoft.com/cui/EventDetail.aspx?culture=en-US&amp;EventID=1032277492</link><description>&lt;p&gt;
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Rock Solid SQL - Step Up the Security and Reliability of Your SQL Servers with SQL Server 2005™
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Build the best possible foundation for your business solutions with SQL Server 2005.  Join us live as we discuss how to maximize security and reliability with SQL Server 2005.
&lt;/p&gt;
In this session, you’ll learn how to:
&lt;ul&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Tighten controls on your existing systems&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Use the new Database Mirroring technology to provide faster, automatic failover&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Configure automatic maintenance plans and alerts&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Use the Dynamic Management Views to provide greater insight into your database performance with simple, yet powerful reports&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Quickly tune the database with the Database Tuning Advisor&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Reduce locking contention with new optimistic concurrency controls&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Enhance performance and reliability by partitioning tables on the disk&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
 
&lt;p&gt;
Register to attend this FREE event and receive a copy of SQL Server 2005 CTP and the new TechNet Events Resource DVD*.  
&lt;/p&gt;
  
&lt;p&gt;
*Limit one DVD per registered attendee while supplies last. Resource DVD must be claimed on-site at the end of the event. DVD content is subject to change.
&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;Venue:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Redmond, WA&lt;br /&gt;Theater - Regal Bella Botega Stadium 11 Cinema&lt;/p&gt;</description></item><item><title>Fairfax, VA 08/11/2005</title><link>http://msevents.microsoft.com/cui/EventDetail.aspx?culture=en-US&amp;EventID=1032277493</link><description>&lt;p&gt;
Get the scoop on all the free TechNet Events in your local area. These lively sessions provide the perfect opportunity to brush up on the new tools and advanced technologies that will make your life a whole lot easier.
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Rock Solid SQL - Step Up the Security and Reliability of Your SQL Servers with SQL Server 2005™
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Build the best possible foundation for your business solutions with SQL Server 2005.  Join us live as we discuss how to maximize security and reliability with SQL Server 2005.
&lt;/p&gt;
In this session, you’ll learn how to:
&lt;ul&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Tighten controls on your existing systems&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Use the new Database Mirroring technology to provide faster, automatic failover&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Configure automatic maintenance plans and alerts&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Use the Dynamic Management Views to provide greater insight into your database performance with simple, yet powerful reports&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Quickly tune the database with the Database Tuning Advisor&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Reduce locking contention with new optimistic concurrency controls&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Enhance performance and reliability by partitioning tables on the disk&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
 
&lt;p&gt;
Register to attend this FREE event and receive a copy of SQL Server 2005 CTP and the new TechNet Events Resource DVD*.  
&lt;/p&gt;
  
&lt;p&gt;
*Limit one DVD per registered attendee while supplies last. Resource DVD must be claimed on-site at the end of the event. DVD content is subject to change.
&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;Venue:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Fairfax, VA&lt;br /&gt;Theatre - UA Fairfax Town Center&lt;/p&gt;</description></item><item><title>Schaumburg, IL 08/11/2005</title><link>http://msevents.microsoft.com/cui/EventDetail.aspx?culture=en-US&amp;EventID=1032277491</link><description>&lt;p&gt;
Get the scoop on all the free TechNet Events in your local area. These lively sessions provide the perfect opportunity to brush up on the new tools and advanced technologies that will make your life a whole lot easier.
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Rock Solid SQL - Step Up the Security and Reliability of Your SQL Servers with SQL Server 2005™
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Build the best possible foundation for your business solutions with SQL Server 2005.  Join us live as we discuss how to maximize security and reliability with SQL Server 2005.
&lt;/p&gt;
In this session, you’ll learn how to:
&lt;ul&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Tighten controls on your existing systems&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Use the new Database Mirroring technology to provide faster, automatic failover&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Configure automatic maintenance plans and alerts&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Use the Dynamic Management Views to provide greater insight into your database performance with simple, yet powerful reports&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Quickly tune the database with the Database Tuning Advisor&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Reduce locking contention with new optimistic concurrency controls&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Enhance performance and reliability by partitioning tables on the disk&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
 
&lt;p&gt;
Register to attend this FREE event and receive a copy of SQL Server 2005 CTP and the new TechNet Events Resource DVD*.  
&lt;/p&gt;
  
&lt;p&gt;
*Limit one DVD per registered attendee while supplies last. Resource DVD must be claimed on-site at the end of the event. DVD content is subject to change.
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Build the best possible foundation for your business solutions with SQL Server 2005.  Join us live as we discuss how to maximize security and reliability with SQL Server 2005.
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In this session, you’ll learn how to:
&lt;ul&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Tighten controls on your existing systems&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Use the new Database Mirroring technology to provide faster, automatic failover&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Configure automatic maintenance plans and alerts&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Use the Dynamic Management Views to provide greater insight into your database performance with simple, yet powerful reports&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Quickly tune the database with the Database Tuning Advisor&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Reduce locking contention with new optimistic concurrency controls&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Enhance performance and reliability by partitioning tables on the disk&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
 
&lt;p&gt;
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&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Build the best possible foundation for your business solutions with SQL Server 2005.  Join us live as we discuss how to maximize security and reliability with SQL Server 2005.
&lt;/p&gt;
In this session, you’ll learn how to:
&lt;ul&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Tighten controls on your existing systems&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Use the new Database Mirroring technology to provide faster, automatic failover&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Configure automatic maintenance plans and alerts&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Use the Dynamic Management Views to provide greater insight into your database performance with simple, yet powerful reports&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Quickly tune the database with the Database Tuning Advisor&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Reduce locking contention with new optimistic concurrency controls&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Enhance performance and reliability by partitioning tables on the disk&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
 
&lt;p&gt;
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&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Build the best possible foundation for your business solutions with SQL Server 2005.  Join us live as we discuss how to maximize security and reliability with SQL Server 2005.
&lt;/p&gt;
In this session, you’ll learn how to:
&lt;ul&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Tighten controls on your existing systems&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Use the new Database Mirroring technology to provide faster, automatic failover&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Configure automatic maintenance plans and alerts&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Use the Dynamic Management Views to provide greater insight into your database performance with simple, yet powerful reports&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Quickly tune the database with the Database Tuning Advisor&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Reduce locking contention with new optimistic concurrency controls&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Enhance performance and reliability by partitioning tables on the disk&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
 
&lt;p&gt;
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&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;Venue:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Raleigh, NC&lt;br /&gt;North Raleigh Hilton&lt;/p&gt;</description></item><item><title>Charlotte, NC 08/18/2005</title><link>http://msevents.microsoft.com/cui/EventDetail.aspx?culture=en-US&amp;EventID=1032277496</link><description>&lt;p&gt;
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&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Build the best possible foundation for your business solutions with SQL Server 2005.  Join us live as we discuss how to maximize security and reliability with SQL Server 2005.
&lt;/p&gt;
In this session, you’ll learn how to:
&lt;ul&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Tighten controls on your existing systems&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Use the new Database Mirroring technology to provide faster, automatic failover&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Configure automatic maintenance plans and alerts&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Use the Dynamic Management Views to provide greater insight into your database performance with simple, yet powerful reports&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Quickly tune the database with the Database Tuning Advisor&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Reduce locking contention with new optimistic concurrency controls&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Enhance performance and reliability by partitioning tables on the disk&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
 
&lt;p&gt;
Register to attend this FREE event and receive a copy of SQL Server 2005 CTP and the new TechNet Events Resource DVD*.  
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&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Build the best possible foundation for your business solutions with SQL Server 2005.  Join us live as we discuss how to maximize security and reliability with SQL Server 2005.
&lt;/p&gt;
In this session, you’ll learn how to:
&lt;ul&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Tighten controls on your existing systems&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Use the new Database Mirroring technology to provide faster, automatic failover&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Configure automatic maintenance plans and alerts&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Use the Dynamic Management Views to provide greater insight into your database performance with simple, yet powerful reports&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Quickly tune the database with the Database Tuning Advisor&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Reduce locking contention with new optimistic concurrency controls&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Enhance performance and reliability by partitioning tables on the disk&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
 
&lt;p&gt;
Register to attend this FREE event and receive a copy of SQL Server 2005 CTP and the new TechNet Events Resource DVD*.  
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&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;Venue:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Austin, TX&lt;br /&gt;Theater - Regal Gateway Stadium 16&lt;/p&gt;</description></item><item><title>Burbank, CA 08/18/2005</title><link>http://msevents.microsoft.com/cui/EventDetail.aspx?culture=en-US&amp;EventID=1032277494</link><description>&lt;p&gt;
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&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Build the best possible foundation for your business solutions with SQL Server 2005.  Join us live as we discuss how to maximize security and reliability with SQL Server 2005.
&lt;/p&gt;
In this session, you’ll learn how to:
&lt;ul&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Tighten controls on your existing systems&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Use the new Database Mirroring technology to provide faster, automatic failover&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Configure automatic maintenance plans and alerts&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Use the Dynamic Management Views to provide greater insight into your database performance with simple, yet powerful reports&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Quickly tune the database with the Database Tuning Advisor&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Reduce locking contention with new optimistic concurrency controls&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Enhance performance and reliability by partitioning tables on the disk&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
 
&lt;p&gt;
Register to attend this FREE event and receive a copy of SQL Server 2005 CTP and the new TechNet Events Resource DVD*.  
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&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;Venue:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Burbank, CA&lt;br /&gt;Theater-AMC Burbank 16&lt;/p&gt;</description></item><item><title>Tulsa, OK 08/23/2005</title><link>http://msevents.microsoft.com/cui/EventDetail.aspx?culture=en-US&amp;EventID=1032277003</link><description>&lt;p&gt;
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&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Build the best possible foundation for your business solutions with SQL Server 2005.  Join us live as we discuss how to maximize security and reliability with SQL Server 2005.
&lt;/p&gt;
In this session, you’ll learn how to:
&lt;ul&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Tighten controls on your existing systems&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Use the new Database Mirroring technology to provide faster, automatic failover&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Configure automatic maintenance plans and alerts&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Use the Dynamic Management Views to provide greater insight into your database performance with simple, yet powerful reports&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Quickly tune the database with the Database Tuning Advisor&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Reduce locking contention with new optimistic concurrency controls&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Enhance performance and reliability by partitioning tables on the disk&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
 
&lt;p&gt;
Register to attend this FREE event and receive a copy of SQL Server 2005 CTP and the new TechNet Events Resource DVD*.  
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&lt;p&gt;
Build the best possible foundation for your business solutions with SQL Server 2005.  Join us live as we discuss how to maximize security and reliability with SQL Server 2005.
&lt;/p&gt;
In this session, you’ll learn how to:
&lt;ul&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Tighten controls on your existing systems&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Use the new Database Mirroring technology to provide faster, automatic failover&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Configure automatic maintenance plans and alerts&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Use the Dynamic Management Views to provide greater insight into your database performance with simple, yet powerful reports&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Quickly tune the database with the Database Tuning Advisor&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Reduce locking contention with new optimistic concurrency controls&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Enhance performance and reliability by partitioning tables on the disk&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
 
&lt;p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;
Build the best possible foundation for your business solutions with SQL Server 2005.  Join us live as we discuss how to maximize security and reliability with SQL Server 2005.
&lt;/p&gt;
In this session, you’ll learn how to:
&lt;ul&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Tighten controls on your existing systems&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Use the new Database Mirroring technology to provide faster, automatic failover&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Configure automatic maintenance plans and alerts&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Use the Dynamic Management Views to provide greater insight into your database performance with simple, yet powerful reports&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Quickly tune the database with the Database Tuning Advisor&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Reduce locking contention with new optimistic concurrency controls&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Enhance performance and reliability by partitioning tables on the disk&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
 
&lt;p&gt;
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Build the best possible foundation for your business solutions with SQL Server 2005.  Join us live as we discuss how to maximize security and reliability with SQL Server 2005.
&lt;/p&gt;
In this session, you’ll learn how to:
&lt;ul&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Tighten controls on your existing systems&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Use the new Database Mirroring technology to provide faster, automatic failover&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Configure automatic maintenance plans and alerts&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Use the Dynamic Management Views to provide greater insight into your database performance with simple, yet powerful reports&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Quickly tune the database with the Database Tuning Advisor&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Reduce locking contention with new optimistic concurrency controls&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Enhance performance and reliability by partitioning tables on the disk&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
 
&lt;p&gt;
Register to attend this FREE event and receive a copy of SQL Server 2005 CTP and the new TechNet Events Resource DVD*.  
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Build the best possible foundation for your business solutions with SQL Server 2005.  Join us live as we discuss how to maximize security and reliability with SQL Server 2005.
&lt;/p&gt;
In this session, you’ll learn how to:
&lt;ul&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Tighten controls on your existing systems&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Use the new Database Mirroring technology to provide faster, automatic failover&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Configure automatic maintenance plans and alerts&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Use the Dynamic Management Views to provide greater insight into your database performance with simple, yet powerful reports&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Quickly tune the database with the Database Tuning Advisor&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Reduce locking contention with new optimistic concurrency controls&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Enhance performance and reliability by partitioning tables on the disk&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
 
&lt;p&gt;
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Build the best possible foundation for your business solutions with SQL Server 2005.  Join us live as we discuss how to maximize security and reliability with SQL Server 2005.
&lt;/p&gt;
In this session, you’ll learn how to:
&lt;ul&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Tighten controls on your existing systems&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Use the new Database Mirroring technology to provide faster, automatic failover&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Configure automatic maintenance plans and alerts&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Use the Dynamic Management Views to provide greater insight into your database performance with simple, yet powerful reports&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Quickly tune the database with the Database Tuning Advisor&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Reduce locking contention with new optimistic concurrency controls&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Enhance performance and reliability by partitioning tables on the disk&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
 
&lt;p&gt;
Register to attend this FREE event and receive a copy of SQL Server 2005 CTP and the new TechNet Events Resource DVD*.  
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&lt;p&gt;
Build the best possible foundation for your business solutions with SQL Server 2005.  Join us live as we discuss how to maximize security and reliability with SQL Server 2005.
&lt;/p&gt;
In this session, you’ll learn how to:
&lt;ul&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Tighten controls on your existing systems&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Use the new Database Mirroring technology to provide faster, automatic failover&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Configure automatic maintenance plans and alerts&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Use the Dynamic Management Views to provide greater insight into your database performance with simple, yet powerful reports&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Quickly tune the database with the Database Tuning Advisor&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Reduce locking contention with new optimistic concurrency controls&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Enhance performance and reliability by partitioning tables on the disk&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
 
&lt;p&gt;
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&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;Venue:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Fort Worth, TX&lt;br /&gt;Theater - United Artists Fossil Creek Stadium 11&lt;/p&gt;</description></item><item><title>Dublin, CA 08/30/2005</title><link>http://msevents.microsoft.com/cui/EventDetail.aspx?culture=en-US&amp;EventID=1032277483</link><description>&lt;p&gt;
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Rock Solid SQL - Step Up the Security and Reliability of Your SQL Servers with SQL Server 2005™
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Build the best possible foundation for your business solutions with SQL Server 2005.  Join us live as we discuss how to maximize security and reliability with SQL Server 2005.
&lt;/p&gt;
In this session, you’ll learn how to:
&lt;ul&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Tighten controls on your existing systems&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Use the new Database Mirroring technology to provide faster, automatic failover&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Configure automatic maintenance plans and alerts&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Use the Dynamic Management Views to provide greater insight into your database performance with simple, yet powerful reports&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Quickly tune the database with the Database Tuning Advisor&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Reduce locking contention with new optimistic concurrency controls&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Enhance performance and reliability by partitioning tables on the disk&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
 
&lt;p&gt;
Register to attend this FREE event and receive a copy of SQL Server 2005 CTP and the new TechNet Events Resource DVD*.  
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&lt;p&gt;
*Limit one DVD per registered attendee while supplies last. Resource DVD must be claimed on-site at the end of the event. DVD content is subject to change.
&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;Venue:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Dublin, CA&lt;br /&gt;Theater- Regal Hacienda Crossings 20 &amp; IMAX&lt;/p&gt;</description></item><item><title>Okemos, MI 08/30/2005</title><link>http://msevents.microsoft.com/cui/EventDetail.aspx?culture=en-US&amp;EventID=1032277012</link><description>&lt;p&gt;
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Rock Solid SQL - Step Up the Security and Reliability of Your SQL Servers with SQL Server 2005™
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Build the best possible foundation for your business solutions with SQL Server 2005.  Join us live as we discuss how to maximize security and reliability with SQL Server 2005.
&lt;/p&gt;
In this session, you’ll learn how to:
&lt;ul&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Tighten controls on your existing systems&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Use the new Database Mirroring technology to provide faster, automatic failover&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Configure automatic maintenance plans and alerts&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Use the Dynamic Management Views to provide greater insight into your database performance with simple, yet powerful reports&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Quickly tune the database with the Database Tuning Advisor&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Reduce locking contention with new optimistic concurrency controls&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Enhance performance and reliability by partitioning tables on the disk&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
 
&lt;p&gt;
Register to attend this FREE event and receive a copy of SQL Server 2005 CTP and the new TechNet Events Resource DVD*.  
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&lt;p&gt;
*Limit one DVD per registered attendee while supplies last. Resource DVD must be claimed on-site at the end of the event. DVD content is subject to change.
&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;Venue:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Okemos, MI&lt;br /&gt;Theater - AMC Meridan Outer 6&lt;/p&gt;</description></item><item><title>Sacramento, CA 09/01/2005</title><link>http://msevents.microsoft.com/cui/EventDetail.aspx?culture=en-US&amp;EventID=1032277497</link><description>&lt;p&gt;
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Rock Solid SQL - Step Up the Security and Reliability of Your SQL Servers with SQL Server 2005™
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Build the best possible foundation for your business solutions with SQL Server 2005.  Join us live as we discuss how to maximize security and reliability with SQL Server 2005.
&lt;/p&gt;
In this session, you’ll learn how to:
&lt;ul&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Tighten controls on your existing systems&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Use the new Database Mirroring technology to provide faster, automatic failover&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Configure automatic maintenance plans and alerts&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Use the Dynamic Management Views to provide greater insight into your database performance with simple, yet powerful reports&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Quickly tune the database with the Database Tuning Advisor&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Reduce locking contention with new optimistic concurrency controls&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Enhance performance and reliability by partitioning tables on the disk&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
 
&lt;p&gt;
Register to attend this FREE event and receive a copy of SQL Server 2005 CTP and the new TechNet Events Resource DVD*.  
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&lt;p&gt;
*Limit one DVD per registered attendee while supplies last. Resource DVD must be claimed on-site at the end of the event. DVD content is subject to change.
&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;Venue:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Sacramento, CA&lt;br /&gt;Theater-Regal Natomas Marketplace Stadium 16&lt;/p&gt;</description></item><item><title>Dallas, TX 09/01/2005</title><link>http://msevents.microsoft.com/cui/EventDetail.aspx?culture=en-US&amp;EventID=1032277014</link><description>&lt;p&gt;
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&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Build the best possible foundation for your business solutions with SQL Server 2005.  Join us live as we discuss how to maximize security and reliability with SQL Server 2005.
&lt;/p&gt;
In this session, you’ll learn how to:
&lt;ul&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Tighten controls on your existing systems&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Use the new Database Mirroring technology to provide faster, automatic failover&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Configure automatic maintenance plans and alerts&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Use the Dynamic Management Views to provide greater insight into your database performance with simple, yet powerful reports&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Quickly tune the database with the Database Tuning Advisor&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Reduce locking contention with new optimistic concurrency controls&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Enhance performance and reliability by partitioning tables on the disk&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
 
&lt;p&gt;
Register to attend this FREE event and receive a copy of SQL Server 2005 CTP and the new TechNet Events Resource DVD*.  
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&lt;p&gt;
*Limit one DVD per registered attendee while supplies last. Resource DVD must be claimed on-site at the end of the event. DVD content is subject to change.
&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;Venue:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Dallas, TX&lt;br /&gt;Theater - Loews Keystone Park&lt;/p&gt;</description></item><item><title>Southfield, MI 09/01/2005</title><link>http://msevents.microsoft.com/cui/EventDetail.aspx?culture=en-US&amp;EventID=1032277019</link><description>&lt;p&gt;
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Rock Solid SQL - Step Up the Security and Reliability of Your SQL Servers with SQL Server 2005™
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Build the best possible foundation for your business solutions with SQL Server 2005.  Join us live as we discuss how to maximize security and reliability with SQL Server 2005.
&lt;/p&gt;
In this session, you’ll learn how to:
&lt;ul&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Tighten controls on your existing systems&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Use the new Database Mirroring technology to provide faster, automatic failover&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Configure automatic maintenance plans and alerts&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Use the Dynamic Management Views to provide greater insight into your database performance with simple, yet powerful reports&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Quickly tune the database with the Database Tuning Advisor&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Reduce locking contention with new optimistic concurrency controls&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Enhance performance and reliability by partitioning tables on the disk&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
 
&lt;p&gt;
Register to attend this FREE event and receive a copy of SQL Server 2005 CTP and the new TechNet Events Resource DVD*.  
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&lt;p&gt;
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&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;Venue:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Southfield, MI&lt;br /&gt;Theater - Loews Star Southfield Center&lt;/p&gt;</description></item><item><title>Providence, RI 09/13/2005</title><link>http://msevents.microsoft.com/cui/EventDetail.aspx?culture=en-US&amp;EventID=1032277501</link><description>&lt;p&gt;
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Rock Solid SQL - Step Up the Security and Reliability of Your SQL Servers with SQL Server 2005™
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Build the best possible foundation for your business solutions with SQL Server 2005.  Join us live as we discuss how to maximize security and reliability with SQL Server 2005.
&lt;/p&gt;
In this session, you’ll learn how to:
&lt;ul&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Tighten controls on your existing systems&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Use the new Database Mirroring technology to provide faster, automatic failover&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Configure automatic maintenance plans and alerts&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Use the Dynamic Management Views to provide greater insight into your database performance with simple, yet powerful reports&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Quickly tune the database with the Database Tuning Advisor&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Reduce locking contention with new optimistic concurrency controls&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Enhance performance and reliability by partitioning tables on the disk&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
 
&lt;p&gt;
Register to attend this FREE event and receive a copy of SQL Server 2005 CTP and the new TechNet Events Resource DVD*.  
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&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;Venue:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Providence, RI&lt;br /&gt;The Westin Hotel&lt;/p&gt;</description></item><item><title>Irvine, CA 09/13/2005</title><link>http://msevents.microsoft.com/cui/EventDetail.aspx?culture=en-US&amp;EventID=1032277474</link><description>&lt;p&gt;
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&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Build the best possible foundation for your business solutions with SQL Server 2005.  Join us live as we discuss how to maximize security and reliability with SQL Server 2005.
&lt;/p&gt;
In this session, you’ll learn how to:
&lt;ul&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Tighten controls on your existing systems&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Use the new Database Mirroring technology to provide faster, automatic failover&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Configure automatic maintenance plans and alerts&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Use the Dynamic Management Views to provide greater insight into your database performance with simple, yet powerful reports&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Quickly tune the database with the Database Tuning Advisor&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Reduce locking contention with new optimistic concurrency controls&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Enhance performance and reliability by partitioning tables on the disk&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
 
&lt;p&gt;
Register to attend this FREE event and receive a copy of SQL Server 2005 CTP and the new TechNet Events Resource DVD*.  
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&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;Venue:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Irvine, CA&lt;br /&gt;Theater-Edwards Irvine Spectrum 21 &amp; IMAX&lt;/p&gt;</description></item><item><title>Spring, TX 09/13/2005</title><link>http://msevents.microsoft.com/cui/EventDetail.aspx?culture=en-US&amp;EventID=1032276987</link><description>&lt;p&gt;
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Rock Solid SQL - Step Up the Security and Reliability of Your SQL Servers with SQL Server 2005™
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Build the best possible foundation for your business solutions with SQL Server 2005.  Join us live as we discuss how to maximize security and reliability with SQL Server 2005.
&lt;/p&gt;
In this session, you’ll learn how to:
&lt;ul&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Tighten controls on your existing systems&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Use the new Database Mirroring technology to provide faster, automatic failover&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Configure automatic maintenance plans and alerts&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Use the Dynamic Management Views to provide greater insight into your database performance with simple, yet powerful reports&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Quickly tune the database with the Database Tuning Advisor&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Reduce locking contention with new optimistic concurrency controls&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Enhance performance and reliability by partitioning tables on the disk&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
 
&lt;p&gt;
Register to attend this FREE event and receive a copy of SQL Server 2005 CTP and the new TechNet Events Resource DVD*.  
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&lt;p&gt;
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&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;Venue:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Spring, TX&lt;br /&gt;Theater-Loews Spring 10&lt;/p&gt;</description></item><item><title>San Diego, CA 09/15/2005</title><link>http://msevents.microsoft.com/cui/EventDetail.aspx?culture=en-US&amp;EventID=1032277489</link><description>&lt;p&gt;
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Rock Solid SQL - Step Up the Security and Reliability of Your SQL Servers with SQL Server 2005™
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Build the best possible foundation for your business solutions with SQL Server 2005.  Join us live as we discuss how to maximize security and reliability with SQL Server 2005.
&lt;/p&gt;
In this session, you’ll learn how to:
&lt;ul&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Tighten controls on your existing systems&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Use the new Database Mirroring technology to provide faster, automatic failover&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Configure automatic maintenance plans and alerts&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Use the Dynamic Management Views to provide greater insight into your database performance with simple, yet powerful reports&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Quickly tune the database with the Database Tuning Advisor&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Reduce locking contention with new optimistic concurrency controls&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Enhance performance and reliability by partitioning tables on the disk&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
 
&lt;p&gt;
Register to attend this FREE event and receive a copy of SQL Server 2005 CTP and the new TechNet Events Resource DVD*.  
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&lt;p&gt;
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&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;Venue:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;br /&gt;San Diego, CA&lt;br /&gt;Theater - Edwards MIRA MESA STADIUM 18&lt;/p&gt;</description></item><item><title>Houston, TX 09/15/2005</title><link>http://msevents.microsoft.com/cui/EventDetail.aspx?culture=en-US&amp;EventID=1032277444</link><description>&lt;p&gt;
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Rock Solid SQL - Step Up the Security and Reliability of Your SQL Servers with SQL Server 2005™
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Build the best possible foundation for your business solutions with SQL Server 2005.  Join us live as we discuss how to maximize security and reliability with SQL Server 2005.
&lt;/p&gt;
In this session, you’ll learn how to:
&lt;ul&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Tighten controls on your existing systems&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Use the new Database Mirroring technology to provide faster, automatic failover&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Configure automatic maintenance plans and alerts&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Use the Dynamic Management Views to provide greater insight into your database performance with simple, yet powerful reports&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Quickly tune the database with the Database Tuning Advisor&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Reduce locking contention with new optimistic concurrency controls&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Enhance performance and reliability by partitioning tables on the disk&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
 
&lt;p&gt;
Register to attend this FREE event and receive a copy of SQL Server 2005 CTP and the new TechNet Events Resource DVD*.  
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&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;Venue:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Houston, TX&lt;br /&gt;Theater-AMC Gulf Pointe 30&lt;/p&gt;</description></item><item><title>Burlington, MA 09/15/2005</title><link>http://msevents.microsoft.com/cui/EventDetail.aspx?culture=en-US&amp;EventID=1032277443</link><description>&lt;p&gt;
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Rock Solid SQL - Step Up the Security and Reliability of Your SQL Servers with SQL Server 2005™
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Build the best possible foundation for your business solutions with SQL Server 2005.  Join us live as we discuss how to maximize security and reliability with SQL Server 2005.
&lt;/p&gt;
In this session, you’ll learn how to:
&lt;ul&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Tighten controls on your existing systems&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Use the new Database Mirroring technology to provide faster, automatic failover&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Configure automatic maintenance plans and alerts&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Use the Dynamic Management Views to provide greater insight into your database performance with simple, yet powerful reports&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Quickly tune the database with the Database Tuning Advisor&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Reduce locking contention with new optimistic concurrency controls&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Enhance performance and reliability by partitioning tables on the disk&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
 
&lt;p&gt;
Register to attend this FREE event and receive a copy of SQL Server 2005 CTP and the new TechNet Events Resource DVD*.  
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&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;Venue:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Burlington, MA&lt;br /&gt;Theater - AMC Burlington 10&lt;/p&gt;</description></item><item><title>High Point, NC 09/20/2005</title><link>http://msevents.microsoft.com/cui/EventDetail.aspx?culture=en-US&amp;EventID=1032277472</link><description>&lt;p&gt;
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Rock Solid SQL - Step Up the Security and Reliability of Your SQL Servers with SQL Server 2005™
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Build the best possible foundation for your business solutions with SQL Server 2005.  Join us live as we discuss how to maximize security and reliability with SQL Server 2005.
&lt;/p&gt;
In this session, you’ll learn how to:
&lt;ul&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Tighten controls on your existing systems&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Use the new Database Mirroring technology to provide faster, automatic failover&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Configure automatic maintenance plans and alerts&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Use the Dynamic Management Views to provide greater insight into your database performance with simple, yet powerful reports&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Quickly tune the database with the Database Tuning Advisor&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Reduce locking contention with new optimistic concurrency controls&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Enhance performance and reliability by partitioning tables on the disk&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
 
&lt;p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;
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&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;Venue:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;br /&gt;High Point, NC&lt;br /&gt;Theater - Regal Oak Hollow Mall 7&lt;/p&gt;</description></item><item><title>Johnston, IA 09/20/2005</title><link>http://msevents.microsoft.com/cui/EventDetail.aspx?culture=en-US&amp;EventID=1032277471</link><description>&lt;p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;
Build the best possible foundation for your business solutions with SQL Server 2005.  Join us live as we discuss how to maximize security and reliability with SQL Server 2005.
&lt;/p&gt;
In this session, you’ll learn how to:
&lt;ul&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Tighten controls on your existing systems&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Use the new Database Mirroring technology to provide faster, automatic failover&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Configure automatic maintenance plans and alerts&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Use the Dynamic Management Views to provide greater insight into your database performance with simple, yet powerful reports&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Quickly tune the database with the Database Tuning Advisor&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Reduce locking contention with new optimistic concurrency controls&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Enhance performance and reliability by partitioning tables on the disk&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
 
&lt;p&gt;
Register to attend this FREE event and receive a copy of SQL Server 2005 CTP and the new TechNet Events Resource DVD*.  
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&lt;p&gt;
*Limit one DVD per registered attendee while supplies last. Resource DVD must be claimed on-site at the end of the event. DVD content is subject to change.
&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;Venue:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Johnston, IA&lt;br /&gt;Theater-Carmike Wynnsong 16&lt;/p&gt;</description></item><item><title>Olathe, KS 09/20/2005</title><link>http://msevents.microsoft.com/cui/EventDetail.aspx?culture=en-US&amp;EventID=1032277473</link><description>&lt;p&gt;
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Rock Solid SQL - Step Up the Security and Reliability of Your SQL Servers with SQL Server 2005™
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Build the best possible foundation for your business solutions with SQL Server 2005.  Join us live as we discuss how to maximize security and reliability with SQL Server 2005.
&lt;/p&gt;
In this session, you’ll learn how to:
&lt;ul&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Tighten controls on your existing systems&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Use the new Database Mirroring technology to provide faster, automatic failover&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Configure automatic maintenance plans and alerts&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Use the Dynamic Management Views to provide greater insight into your database performance with simple, yet powerful reports&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Quickly tune the database with the Database Tuning Advisor&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Reduce locking contention with new optimistic concurrency controls&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Enhance performance and reliability by partitioning tables on the disk&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
 
&lt;p&gt;
Register to attend this FREE event and receive a copy of SQL Server 2005 CTP and the new TechNet Events Resource DVD*.  
&lt;/p&gt;
  
&lt;p&gt;
*Limit one DVD per registered attendee while supplies last. Resource DVD must be claimed on-site at the end of the event. DVD content is subject to change.
&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;Venue:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Olathe, KS&lt;br /&gt;Theater-AMC Studio 30&lt;/p&gt;</description></item><item><title>Auburn, WA 09/20/2005</title><link>http://msevents.microsoft.com/cui/EventDetail.aspx?culture=en-US&amp;EventID=1032277445</link><description>&lt;p&gt;
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Rock Solid SQL - Step Up the Security and Reliability of Your SQL Servers with SQL Server 2005™
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Build the best possible foundation for your business solutions with SQL Server 2005.  Join us live as we discuss how to maximize security and reliability with SQL Server 2005.
&lt;/p&gt;
In this session, you’ll learn how to:
&lt;ul&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Tighten controls on your existing systems&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Use the new Database Mirroring technology to provide faster, automatic failover&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Configure automatic maintenance plans and alerts&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Use the Dynamic Management Views to provide greater insight into your database performance with simple, yet powerful reports&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Quickly tune the database with the Database Tuning Advisor&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Reduce locking contention with new optimistic concurrency controls&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Enhance performance and reliability by partitioning tables on the disk&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
 
&lt;p&gt;
Register to attend this FREE event and receive a copy of SQL Server 2005 CTP and the new TechNet Events Resource DVD*.  
&lt;/p&gt;
  
&lt;p&gt;
*Limit one DVD per registered attendee while supplies last. Resource DVD must be claimed on-site at the end of the event. DVD content is subject to change.
&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;Venue:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Auburn, WA&lt;br /&gt;Theater - Regal Auburn Stadium 17 Theatres&lt;/p&gt;</description></item><item><title>Portland, OR 09/22/2005</title><link>http://msevents.microsoft.com/cui/EventDetail.aspx?culture=en-US&amp;EventID=1032277441</link><description>&lt;p&gt;
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Rock Solid SQL - Step Up the Security and Reliability of Your SQL Servers with SQL Server 2005™
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Build the best possible foundation for your business solutions with SQL Server 2005.  Join us live as we discuss how to maximize security and reliability with SQL Server 2005.
&lt;/p&gt;
In this session, you’ll learn how to:
&lt;ul&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Tighten controls on your existing systems&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Use the new Database Mirroring technology to provide faster, automatic failover&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Configure automatic maintenance plans and alerts&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Use the Dynamic Management Views to provide greater insight into your database performance with simple, yet powerful reports&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Quickly tune the database with the Database Tuning Advisor&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Reduce locking contention with new optimistic concurrency controls&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Enhance performance and reliability by partitioning tables on the disk&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
 
&lt;p&gt;
Register to attend this FREE event and receive a copy of SQL Server 2005 CTP and the new TechNet Events Resource DVD*.  
&lt;/p&gt;
  
&lt;p&gt;
*Limit one DVD per registered attendee while supplies last. Resource DVD must be claimed on-site at the end of the event. DVD content is subject to change.
&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;Venue:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Portland, OR&lt;br /&gt;Theater - Regal Lloyd Center Stadium 10 Cinema&lt;/p&gt;</description></item><item><title>Omaha, NE 09/22/2005</title><link>http://msevents.microsoft.com/cui/EventDetail.aspx?culture=en-US&amp;EventID=1032277010</link><description>&lt;p&gt;
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Rock Solid SQL - Step Up the Security and Reliability of Your SQL Servers with SQL Server 2005™
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Build the best possible foundation for your business solutions with SQL Server 2005.  Join us live as we discuss how to maximize security and reliability with SQL Server 2005.
&lt;/p&gt;
In this session, you’ll learn how to:
&lt;ul&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Tighten controls on your existing systems&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Use the new Database Mirroring technology to provide faster, automatic failover&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Configure automatic maintenance plans and alerts&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Use the Dynamic Management Views to provide greater insight into your database performance with simple, yet powerful reports&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Quickly tune the database with the Database Tuning Advisor&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Reduce locking contention with new optimistic concurrency controls&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Enhance performance and reliability by partitioning tables on the disk&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
 
&lt;p&gt;
Register to attend this FREE event and receive a copy of SQL Server 2005 CTP and the new TechNet Events Resource DVD*.  
&lt;/p&gt;
  
&lt;p&gt;
*Limit one DVD per registered attendee while supplies last. Resource DVD must be claimed on-site at the end of the event. DVD content is subject to change.
&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;Venue:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Omaha, NE&lt;br /&gt;Theater-AMC Oakview Plaza 24&lt;/p&gt;</description></item><item><title>Richmond, VA 09/22/2005</title><link>http://msevents.microsoft.com/cui/EventDetail.aspx?culture=en-US&amp;EventID=1032277488</link><description>&lt;p&gt;
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Rock Solid SQL - Step Up the Security and Reliability of Your SQL Servers with SQL Server 2005™
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Build the best possible foundation for your business solutions with SQL Server 2005.  Join us live as we discuss how to maximize security and reliability with SQL Server 2005.
&lt;/p&gt;
In this session, you’ll learn how to:
&lt;ul&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Tighten controls on your existing systems&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Use the new Database Mirroring technology to provide faster, automatic failover&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Configure automatic maintenance plans and alerts&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Use the Dynamic Management Views to provide greater insight into your database performance with simple, yet powerful reports&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Quickly tune the database with the Database Tuning Advisor&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Reduce locking contention with new optimistic concurrency controls&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Enhance performance and reliability by partitioning tables on the disk&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
 
&lt;p&gt;
Register to attend this FREE event and receive a copy of SQL Server 2005 CTP and the new TechNet Events Resource DVD*.  
&lt;/p&gt;
  
&lt;p&gt;
*Limit one DVD per registered attendee while supplies last. Resource DVD must be claimed on-site at the end of the event. DVD content is subject to change.
&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;Venue:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Richmond, VA&lt;br /&gt;Theatre - Regal Shortpump Stadium 14&lt;/p&gt;</description></item><item><title>Eden Prairie, MN 09/22/2005</title><link>http://msevents.microsoft.com/cui/EventDetail.aspx?culture=en-US&amp;EventID=1032277487</link><description>&lt;p&gt;
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Rock Solid SQL - Step Up the Security and Reliability of Your SQL Servers with SQL Server 2005™
&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;
Build the best possible foundation for your business solutions with SQL Server 2005.  Join us live as we discuss how to maximize security and reliability with SQL Server 2005.
&lt;/p&gt;
In this session, you’ll learn how to:
&lt;ul&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Tighten controls on your existing systems&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Use the new Database Mirroring technology to provide faster, automatic failover&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Configure automatic maintenance plans and alerts&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Use the Dynamic Management Views to provide greater insight into your database performance with simple, yet powerful reports&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Quickly tune the database with the Database Tuning Advisor&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Reduce locking contention with new optimistic concurrency controls&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Enhance performance and reliability by partitioning tables on the disk&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
 
&lt;p&gt;
Register to attend this FREE event and receive a copy of SQL Server 2005 CTP and the new TechNet Events Resource DVD*.  
&lt;/p&gt;
  
&lt;p&gt;
*Limit one DVD per registered attendee while supplies last. Resource DVD must be claimed on-site at the end of the event. DVD content is subject to change.
&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;Venue:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;br /&gt;Eden Prairie, MN&lt;br /&gt;Theater - AMC Eden Prairie 18&lt;/p&gt;</description></item></channel></rss>
