This book begins with an overview of some of the major DB2 enhancements for Version 7 and then describes these new features and enhancements.
Chapter 1, "Introducing Version 7" describes the main DB2 product enhancements available with DB2 Universal Database Version 7 such as additional platform support for existing products, and describes the migration support provided to help you migrate from previous versions of DB2 to Version 7.
Chapter 2, "e-business Enhancements" describes the enhancements for building and running e-business applications that leverage existing data and help to transform business into e-business.
Chapter 3, "Business Intelligence Enhancements" describes how the ability to copy, consolidate, and analyze operational data has been enhanced for better business decisions that can often lead to competitive advantage.
Chapter 4, "Data Management Enhancements" describes the enhancements in DB2 function and performance.
Chapter 5, "DB2 Family Enhancements" describes how DB2 continues to expand its support for users from legacy systems through to the newest generation of handheld devices.
Appendix A, "Using the DB2 Library" describes the DB2 library; including books and online help.
Appendix B, "Notices" contains notice and trademark information.