SQL Server 2008 R2 is going to be the next generation of the Microsoft SQL Server database platform, it is planned for release in the first half of 2010.

This release is due to carry significant new capabilities and enhancements which are designed to help your business keep pace with the growing and changing data management needs. You will be able to increase productivity and reduce data management costs.  SQL Server 2008 R2 will helps users to build rich analysis and reports and helps organizations improve the quality of their data.

To get more information about this release, access the Community Technology Preview pre-release code.