Detaching and Attaching a Database
Detaching and attaching a database is an advanced trick that can be useful in anything from transporting your database to recovering from a disaster.
2001-05-10
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Brian Knight
Conversion of DB2 Data to SQL Server through DTS
In this article, Brian Knight shows you how to convert data stored in DB2 to SQL Server using DTS.
2001-05-09
7,175 reads
Configuring SQL Server 6.5
A properly configured SQL Server can mean the difference between a sluggish server and one that runs well. There are a few pitfalls that you can experience in doing this.
2001-05-08
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Character Datatype Decisions
The type of datatypes that you use in your schema could impact the performance and the accuracy of your database.
2001-05-07
6,609 reads
StarSQL 3.0 Configuration
In this article, you are shown how to configure StarSQL, which is one method to rapidly connect to DB2 databases.
2001-05-07
3,473 reads
Viewing Linked Servers' Meta Data
So, you've added a linked server and need information about it. There must be an easier way to fine information about your linked server and keep from walking to the server room.
2001-05-07
10,060 reads
Uncovering Linked Servers
A little known feature that SQL Server offers is linked servers. Linked servers give the developer the option to use distributed queries and are a vital part of SQL Server's scalability.
2001-05-06
21,370 reads
Service Pack 3 for SQL Server
This article will show you some of the common problems fixed in service pack 3 for SQL Server 7.0 and how to rollback.
2001-05-04
6,122 reads
Path to Your MCDBA
Did you know that the mean salary of a MCSE certified professional is $65,100, well above the industry standard (source MCP Magazine)? That's not including the long term benefits such as bonuses and promotions. No salary surveys have been conducted by Microsoft as of today for MCDBA certification. With the limited amount of MCDBA certified DBAs though, the demand far by out weighs the suply.
2001-05-01
5,083 reads
Connecting to SQL Server with ASP
This article shows you the basics of connecting to SQL Server in Active Server Pages.
2001-04-30
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Which Object Definitions Are Available?
For which of these object types can I get the code when I run the OBJECT_DEFINITION() function in SQL Server 2025? (choose 3)
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