SQL Server 2005 Express Edition (SQL Server Express) is the next version of MSDE 2000. It is a free, easy-to-use, lightweight version of Microsoft SQL Server 2005. To obtain additional information about SQL Server Express.
Download: SQL Server 2005 Express April CTP
Download: SQL Server 2005 Express Manager April CTP
View: SQL Server April CTP Notes
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