Top New Features
Use consistent syntax to query diverse data through .NET Language Integrated Query (LINQ) extensions to Microsoft Visual C# and Microsoft Visual Basic .NET.
Create occasionally connected solutions using SQL Server 2008 Compact Edition and Microsoft Synchronization Services.
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Consolidate data storage through the SQL Server 2008 support for relational, XML, FileStream, and geo-location-based data.
Map data structures to business entities by using the new ADO.NET Entity Framework