I have both the SQL Server 2005 Express Edition Starter Kit and the Visual Basic 2005 Express Edition Starter Kit. They are a marvelous way to get acquainted with the new versions without having to purchase the full Visual Studio package. Eventually I plan to purchase the full package - but for now ....

One slight problem:

The two CD-ROMs appear almost identical except for a very small part number on the bottom. Which one is associated with which book? Can they be used interchangeably?

Rand

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Rand

SQL Server 2005 Express Ed Starter Kit CD Part#: 0555028666
VB 2005 Express Ed Starter Kit CD Part #:0555028771

The two CDs should be interchangeable and identical, both installing VB Express and SQL Server Express.

Jim Minatel
Senior Acquisitions Editor
Wiley Technology Publishing
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