DEDHAM, USA: Ntirety Inc., the pioneer of Database Administration as a Service, recently cosponsored SQL Server Loadfest, a free, hands-on installation of SQL Server 2008.

The Loadfest included a discussion of different editions of SQL Server as well as a review of the preparation required for installation, including server sizing, preparing discs for SQL Server, and security preparation.

The installation process included instructions and a live demonstration by SQL Server experts. After the installation process, participants attended breakout sessions, including SQ Server Clinic, Securing SQL Server, Business Intellegince and Reporting, and Data in the Cloud.

The Loadfest, held last Friday at Microsoft Corporation's Waltham office, was free for any IT professional interested in learning to install SQL Server or wanted to install the database on a laptop or server at the event.

"Ntirety proudly joined the user groups and corporations sponsoring this event, which was a valuable service to the IT community. Because Ntirety believes strongly in the professional development of our employees and our customers' employees, and we were pleased to sponsor SQL Server Loadfest as a free sharing of expertise that benefits the entire community," said Michael Corey, CEO and founder of Ntirety Inc.