Conventions and Features in This Book

To use your time effectively, be sure that you understand the stylistic conventions that are used throughout this book. The following list explains these conventions:

• Hands-on exercises for you to follow are presented as lists of numbered steps (1, 2, and so on).

• Text that you are to type appears in bold type.

• Properties that you need to set in Visual Studio are sometimes displayed in a table as you work through steps.

• Pressing two keys at the same time is indicated by a plus sign between the two key names, such as Alt + Tab when you need to hold down the Alt key while pressing the Tab key.

Note 

A note that is labeled NOTE gives you more information about a specific topic.

Important 

A note that is labeled IMPORTANT points out information that can help you avoid a problem.

Tip 

A note that is labeled TIP conveys advice that you might find useful when using Integration Services.