SQL Server and Visual Studio installation

[anarchy-rabbit]

Hi,

I have tried twice now to install SQL server and Visual Studio, both 2008. However, when I try to connect to SQL server through VB I cannot see any server in the drop down list. I am using Windows authentication. I do not want to use a username and pass.

Is there certain steps I have to take to install the applications? Or are my SQL server settings just wrong?

I should mention that I am not too clued up with with SQL Server settings/intallation.

Thanks

 

[anarchy-rabbit]

Please ignore this post as I have moved it tSoftware and web developement. I htink it would be more appropriate there