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>AFAIK, the developer edition contains the "MS SQL Server Personal" version, which cannot be accessed through a network. At least , that's what I was told and what's also my experience.
Nope. That's not correct. The Developer Edition has all the SQL Server goodies including Analysis Services and can be accessed through a network. The difference is in the licensing. The Developer Edition is licensed for development only.
Craig Berntson
MCSD, Microsoft .Net MVP, Grape City Community Influencer