Book Abstract:
You ask yourself, “So I have downloaded DB2 UDB Version 8 for Linux or Windows. What’s next?” This IBM Redbook helps you journey through the experiences of discovering the new DB2 UDB V8.1. This journey introduces you to existing features and enhancements that make the DB2 family of products a superb choice for a relational database.

We start out by showing you how to install DB2 in both the Linux and Windows environments. Next, we introduce you to the graphical DB2 tools, enabling you to become productive more quickly.
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Linux® is one of the fastest growing server operating platforms within the past few years. DB2® has long been known for its technology leadership. This IBM® Redbooks® publication is an informative guide that describes how to effectively integrate DB2 for Linux, UNIX®, and Windows® (LUW) with SUSE and Red Hat Linux operating systems. This book provides both introductory and detailed information about installing, configuring, managing, and monitoring DB2 in a Linux environment.
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Getting started with DB2 couldn’t be easier. Read this book to:

* Find out what DB2 Express-C is all about
* Understand DB2 architecture, tools, security
* Learn how to administer DB2 databases
* Write SQL, XQuery, stored procedures
* Develop database applications for DB2
* Practice using hands-on exercises
* Prepare for the DB2 on Campus exam

Book Link:

http://www.ibm.com/developerworks/wikis/display/DB2/FREE%20Book-%20Getting%20Started%20with%20DB2%20Express-C

DB2 Express Edition for Community (DB2 Express-C) is a no charge data server for use in development and deployment. DB2 Express-C supports a full range of APIs, drivers, and interfaces for application development including PHP, C/C++, and .NET. In addition, DB2 Express-C V9 contains advanced XML features. DB2 Express-C provides ISVs an ideal starting database server for Web, enterprise, and eBusiness applications.
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