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Archive for February, 2010
Connecting to a named instance of SQL remotely
Feb 26th
I got stuck for about a day and half with this.
A client had a server with two instances of SQL installed – the default being SQL 2000 and the named instance being SQL2005. I needed to connect through SQL Management Studio remotely.
The default configuration was that the SQL2005 instance was using dynamic ports – no good to us as their firewall restrictions were particularly strict. Read the rest of this entry »
Client Update – CFS blog revamped
Feb 20th
We have recently revamped the C Fire and Security blog, why not check it out.
CFS are specialists in fire detection and prevention, designing, fitting and maintaining security and access control systems as well as experts in implementing cutting-edge technology such as thermal imaging. They are based in Hertfordshire, Stevenage.
Apple to release iPad
Feb 8th
Apple have announced the imminent release of their new gadget – the iPad.
The aim of this device is to provide a product in between the iPhone and a laptop in terms of mobility, performance and price.
By connecting through either WiFi or 3G (mobile broadband), iPad users will be able to surf the web on their gadget, controlling their navigation with touchscreen technology in a similar fashion to the existing iPhone – but on a larger and superior screen. There are a host of other features iPad users can access too – check out Apple’s site for more.
So what does this mean for your organisation?
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