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Understanding DB2® : learning visually with examples / Raul F. Chong ... [et al.].
    p. cm.
  Includes bibliographical references and index.
  ISBN 0-13-185916-1 (hardcover : alk. paper)
1. Relational databases. 2. IBM Database 2. I. Chong, Raul F.

  QA76.9.D3U55 2005
  005.75'65--dc22
                                                               2004028592

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Dedication

Raul would like to thank his parents, Elias and Olga Chong, for their support, love, and understanding; and to his siblings, Alberto, David, Patricia, and Nancy. Their examples of success and perseverance encouraged Raul to continue with the hard work of writing and completing this book.

Clara would like to thank her familyLouis, Christina, and Estherfor their endless love and support. Most of all, Clara wants to thank Heison for being patient and understanding when she spent numerous late nights and weekends writing this book.

Sylvia would like to thank her parents for their love and support throughout the years. And also to her husband, Michael, for his endless support, love, patience, and understanding.

Dwaine would like to thank Linda Snow and Alyssa Bergman for their support, love, and understanding during the hours that were spent writing this book.