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DB2 Database for Linux, UNIX, and Windows
Version 9.1
DB2 Connect for Linux, UNIX, and Windows
Version 9.1
IBM

Database Creation

database cylinder Use a DB2 database to explore the features of your DB2 database system. New users are encouraged to begin their exploration by creating the SAMPLE database, which contains tables and data that are referenced in the DB2 product documentation and sample programs.

DB2 databases can include support for XML database objects and XML data. If you are interested in creating XML database objects and XML data, read the information about XML usage in DB2 Version 9.

Create the SAMPLE database:

  • Using the Create SAMPLE Database window:
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Create your own database:

  • Using the Create Database With Automatic Maintenance wizard:
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