SQL Server 2008 Express & Web Platform Installer 2.0

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geedeearr
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SQL Server 2008 Express & Web Platform Installer 2.0

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Hi All,
This could turn into a rant, but I'll keep it under control. :hushmouth: :grin:
I was trying to download a copy of SQL Server 2008 Express for an install, but I can't seem to find a "stand-alone" copy of it. All the places I've checked route me through here (then click on the installation tab). Clicking on install, I am prompted to download Microsoft Web Platform- wpilauncher_n.exe which wants to install SQL Server Express....I can't find anywhere to only download it.
:whisper: The rant would've begun here
Does anybody know if this is the only place available to download Express or a way around this Web Platform Installer so I can get a copy of 2008 Express?
Thank you.
gary

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Re: SQL Server 2008 Express & Web Platform Installer 2.0

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Best wishes,
Hans

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Re: SQL Server 2008 Express & Web Platform Installer 2.0

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Thank you Hans.
I've now got them copied and put away for safe keeping. :thumbup:
gary

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