A few days ago, SQL Server 2008 SP1 has been released. Except for the pile of hotfixes that it contains, I find this release particularly interesting because of a couple reasons:

• Slipstream – You are now able to integrate the base installation with service packs (or Hotfixes) and install in a single step.
• Service Pack Uninstall – You are now able to uninstall only the Service Pack (without removing the whole instance)
• Report Builder 2.0 Click Once capability

As far as SharePoint is concerned, I’m looking forward to the new version of the Reporting Services Addin that was released together with the service pack. The new Report Builder is also included, so your users can finally edit their reports from within the SharePoint site. I’ll post my findings on this one very soon!