After completing Sybase: Introduction to Sybase the user should be able to:

	Compare characteristics of host and client/server systems
	Identify features and advantages of the Sybase client/server system architecture
	Explain the function of key Sybase components tools and utilities
	Describe how Sybase System 11 accommodates non-Sybase applications

Host versus Client/Server Systems

	Computer systems architecture
	Host-based systems
	Client/server systems

Sybase Introduction

	Sybase system architecture
	Adaptive component architecture
	Meeting your organization's requirements
	Advantages of Sybase architecture
	New features in Sybase System 11

SQL Server Data Replication and Open Architecture

	Understanding SQL Server
	Understanding data replication
	Understanding open architecture

System Management Tools and Servers

	OmniCONNECT
	DirectCONNECT
	Database administration tools and utilities
	Sybase MPP
	Third-party tools

This course has the following features:

	Exercises that allow users to practice in SQL Server
	A file containing the text of the exercises
	Simulations that allow users to practice course skills even if they don't have access to Sybase SQL Server
	A glossary
	A Skill Assessment