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IBM DB2 9 review

8.0

Editors' Rating

Excellent

8.5

Members' Rating

Excellent

Typical price:Free

Verdict

DB2 9 has significantly raised the bar for database development with a pure XML solution and a free Express-C edition. Enhancements to administration features and functionality could make it a compelling upgrade for existing DB2 customers, while the slick new Eclipse-based Developer Workbench is an added bonus... Read Full Review.

Pros

  • New Developer Workbench
  • Extensive support for XML and SOA environments
  • Improved .NET and Visual Studio integration
  • Free Express-C edition

Cons

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Use the gratis Express-C version first

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