Written for both novice and professional web developers, this tutorial on the SQL Server 2008 covers installation, features, terminology and management of all database solutions. Dewson has written several other guides on beginning and pro SQL server applications, and he includes both the GUI-based and text- based solutions to provide step-by-step instructions on how to complete each task. The author also explains T-SQL essentials, stored procedures and functions, triggers, advanced T-SQL and the reporting services offered by SQL Server 2008. Annotation ©2009 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)