The need for better ways to access and manipulate data has driven the evolution of database management systems, from simple file processing systems to the newest generation of relational database management systems. In a world that seems to grow smaller every day, it's important to have a database that can embrace as much of that world as possible: a database that is truly universal. With DB2, IBM gives you a database that is:
DB2 has become synonymous with open, industrial-strength database management for business intelligence, transaction processing, and a broad range of applications for all types of businesses. Each new release of DB2 Universal Database builds on the strong foundation of the previous version. This book describes the new DB2 functions and enhancements available with DB2 Universal Database and DB2 Connect Version 5 and Version 5.2.
| Note: | Version 5 information is provided for customers who do not currently have DB2 Universal Database or DB2 Connect Version 5 installed. If you are already a Version 5 user, you can skip the Version 5 sections (see "Conventions" for information on how to easily identify those sections). |