October 7, 2008
Volume 9, Issue 19

IN THIS ISSUE:
1. From the blogs
* DB2 certification challenge: HADR requirements and security rules
* Searching for XML superstars

2. Informix update
* Life in the administration-free zone: Scripted detach/attach partitioning for IDS

3. From the archives
* Asked and Answered: Tuning DB2 for z/OS buffer pools

4. Tech term of the day
* Everyone should floss, but should everyone use FLOSS?


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1. From the blogs

* DB2 certification challenge: HADR requirements and security rules
Test your knowledge on these sample questions from Roger E. Sanders, who wrote the book on the DB2 9 DBA exam.
—Browse the archive of sample questions.
—Learn more about Sanders' DB2 9 certification guide.

* Searching for XML superstars
A new contest underway holds the promise of prizes and recognition for those who excel in XML. Scott Hayes explains the details.

2. Informix update

* Life in the administration-free zone: Scripted detach/attach partitioning for IDS
Last month, Andrew Ford explained the ins and outs of data partitioning. Now he shares a script for managing partitions and still making a 2:30 tee time.

3. From the archives

* Asked and answered: Tuning DB2 for z/OS buffer pools and the effect on CPU time
Robert Catterall answers a reader question on an unexpected tuning outcome.
—Read other expert Q&As.
—Have questions about articles you've read in IBM Database Magazine? Ask them here.

4. Tech term of the day

* Everyone should floss, but should everyone use FLOSS?
Your dentist probably recommends daily flossing. But using FLOSS at work is an entirely different matter.

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