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Track changes to SQL Server 2000 and 2005 with one simple utility
As a DBA, you need to be aware of what's happening within your SQL Servers. But if you have dozens of SQL Servers -- both 2000 and 2005 models -- and permissions are shared, you'll have to go beyond the limits of triggers. Tip
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SQL Server tools don't appear in menu after SQL Server 2005 install
After installing SQL Server 2005, the SQL Server tools may not appear in the start menu. Our expert explains how to troubleshoot this problem. Ask the Expert
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How to retrieve SQL Server database disk space in use
Find out where to look for the current amount of SQL Server database disk space being used in your environment. Ask the Expert
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Performance tuning for SQL Server 2005 and Exchange running on SBS
To avoid performance problems when running multiple instances of SQL Server 2005 with Exchange on Windows SBS, refer to these expert best practices. Ask the Expert
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Troubleshoot SQL Server 2005 temporary table performance problems
Learn how to troubleshoot SQL Server 2005 temporary table performance problems when a stored procedure execution time is slower than usual. Ask the Expert
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Create an upgrade plan for your move to SQL Server 2005
The best way to move from SQL Server 2000 to SQL Server 2005 is to map it out in phases. Here's a project plan with key points to consider at each upgrade phase, such as differences in print statements, testing during QA, preparing for rollback and c... Tip
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Five sqlcmd features to automate SQL Server database tasks
Make your life easier with the sqlcmd tool in SQL Server 2005 that automates administration and maintenance via scripting. In this tip, you'll get five useful features and examples to execute sqlcmd commands, such as for utilizing and populating vari... Tip
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Simplify queries with SQL Server 2005 common table expressions (CTEs)
Common table expressions (CTEs) are a handy alternative to using derived tables and views in SQL Server 2005 for retrieving data. There's no need to repeat complex code because CTEs separate code into unique units and they're self-referencing within ... Tip
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XML data type in SQL Server 2005 vs. VARCHAR (MAX)
When choosing to use the XML data type or the VARCHAR (MAX) data type, in SQL Server 2005, DBAs and developers should know the potential performance impact of each. Here's a look at two tables, one inserted and queried with XML and the other with the... Tip
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Table partitioning with SQL Server 2005
SQL Server 2005 offers improved database performance. One key upgrade is the table partitioning function, which, among other things, can yield significant benefits for queries executed against large tables. In this tip, see how transactional and data... Tip