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http://www.extremeexperts.com/SQL/FAQ/SQLDMO-ListServers.aspx>Greetings!
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>How can I find all the available SQL Server instances over a local area network using VB.Net 2002?
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>I was told SQLDMO is not recommended in VB.Net anymore, is that correct? I don't know how to use that yet, either way :p
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>Thanks very much! :)
Éric Moreau, MCPD, Visual Developer - Visual Basic MVP
Conseiller Principal / Senior Consultant
Moer inc.
http://www.emoreau.com