Microsoft SQL Server 2008 supports a set of methods for the geometry spatial data type. These methods include methods on geometry that are defined by the Open Geospatial Consortium (OGC) standard and a set of Microsoft extensions to that standard.
OGC Methods on Geometry Instances
Extended Methods on Geometry Instances
OGC Static Geometry Methods
Extended Static Geometry Methods
Other Resources
Types of Spatial Data
Help and Information
Getting SQL Server 2008 Assistance