Relational distributed database design, implementation, and management are the most important and challenging fields in computing today - and they are the subjects of this essential book.Focusing on SYBASE System 11, this volume gives the many professionals involved in the excitement and fast evolution of relational database environments the tools they need to meet today's and tomorrow's challenges. If you are working in a distributed environment, or need to plan for one, this book will answer your questions about procedures and hardware - and help you deal effectively with the all-important area of performance.Noted computer consultant George Anderson thoroughly covers all the real-life issues facing designers and implementors.