Overview of SQL Server Compact Edition

Microsoft SQL Server 2005 Compact Edition (previously Microsoft SQL Server 2005 Mobile Edition) is a compact database ideal for embedding in mobile and desktop applications. SQL Server Compact Edition gives developers a common programming model with other SQL Server editions for developing both native and managed applications. SQL Server Compact Edition provides relational database functionality in a small footprint: a robust data store, an optimizing query processor, and reliable, scalable connectivity.

Topic	Description
What's New (SQL Server Compact Edition)	Describes the new features of SQL Server Compact Edition.
Features (SQL Server Compact Edition)	Explains SQL Server Compact Edition features.
Working with SQL Server Compact Edition	Lists the steps to set up a SQL Server Compact Edition environment.
Architecture (SQL Server Compact Edition)	Provides an overview of the SQL Server Compact Edition architecture.