InfoWorld

AWS targets a longtime cloud migration blocker with SQL Server license portability

Enterprises can now bring existing SQL Server licenses to Amazon RDS, making it easier to move operational data closer to AWS ...

AWS adds database features and license options aimed at simplifying agent deployment

The announcements add built-in durability for Amazon ElastiCache for Valkey and a new bring-your-own-media option for Amazon ...
Ars Technica

Super SQL n00b question. How do I move a database between servers?

I've only have a redumentry background with SQL 2000 and I would like some advice. I'll get to the point. A guy has a SQL 2000 server with a database that contains a whack of information that is ...
Ars Technica

Easiest way to move a lot of SQL databases over to new spindles?

I have a SQL 2008 Standard server running on Windows Server 2008. The server hosts hundreds of databases. I just added 2 shiny new and fast mirrored 15,000 RPM SAS drives to the server, which are much ...
Redmond Magazine

Restoring a Database to an Older Version of SQL Server

SQL Server backups cannot be restored to older versions directly. Use Export and Import Data-Tier Application for cross-version database migration. Reconfigure permissions, logins, and connection ...