Easier to install SQL Server
Setup now advises of configuration problems such as installation pre-requisites, which helps streamline the installation process
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SQL Server 2008 Top New Features : Streamlined Installation
The SQL Server 2008 installation process has been streamlined to be easier and more efficient. Individual SQL Server components, such as Database Services, Analysis Services, and Integration Services, can be optionally selected for installation. Failover cluster support configuration has also been added to the installation.