SQL Server “Denali” CTP3 has become available for download and testing.
Here is where you go for it: http://www.microsoft.com/sqlserver/en/us/future-editions.aspx
And when you get there this is what the site looks like.

Once there, click on the Download CTP3 link. This will take you to another screen.

Select Language and version, this will take you a sign in with your Live ID, and then you will get to the following screen …

Pay close attention to the banner in red:

The Akamai download manager will ask you to allow its installation. Then the download will take place.
