For Sybase database administrators and managers, the incentive to move to SQL Server 7.0 is great.

SQL Server has a single, scalable code base for 100 percent application compatibility; exceptional tools for automating and scheduling routine tasks; dynamic self-management of memory and disk space; proven scalability and performance on very large databases; and efficient data warehouse development.

This document outlines how to migrate a Sybase application to SQL Server 7.0. It also addresses such issues as the differences between Sybase T-SQL and Microsoft Transact-SQL statements and the differences in administrative procedures.