I am running an application that issues queries directly to the database from within its source code. I've noticed that the database server will get low on available memory and that CPU activity is higher than I'd like. What could be the problem?
2008-12-04
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This 490-page document covers the essential phases and steps to upgrade existing instances of SQL Server 2000 and 2005 to SQL Server 2008 by using best practices. These include preparation tasks, upgrade tasks, and post-upgrade tasks. It is intended to be a supplement to SQL Server 2008 Books Online.
2008-12-03
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In this workbench, Robyn Page and Phil Factor decide to tackle the subject of Matrix handling and Matrix Mathematics in SQL. They maintain that 'One just needs a clear head and think in terms of set-based operations'
2008-12-03
3,109 reads
One of the things you need to aware of is that if you create a logon trigger and there is some bad code you are going to prevent everyone from logging into your SQL Server, even if you try as "sa" or a member of the sysadmin fixed server role. How do I log on to my SQL Server to fix this trigger?
2008-12-02
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In the recent installments of our "SQL Server 2005 Express Edition" series we have been discussing mechanisms that facilitate authentication of distributed systems participating in Service Broker conversations. This article discusses use of digital certificates in encrypting their content on the transport level.
2008-12-01
2,512 reads
Given the fundamental importance of indexes in databases, it always comes as a surprise how often the proper design of indexes is neglected. It often turns out that the programmer understands detail, but not the broad picture of what indexes do. Bob Sheldon comes to the rescue with a simple guide that serves either to remind or educate us all!
2008-12-01
6,724 reads
Troubleshoot SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS) issues such as configuration, report designs and importing and exporting report data using Excel.
2008-11-28
4,130 reads
New features in SQL Server 2008 Reporting Services mean improved charting and increased memory. Learn more about SSRS performance upgrades in SQL 2008.
2008-11-28
4,708 reads
How can you backup your SSIS packages? I've been asked several times, and the answer is it depends. Where do you store your packages? SSIS Package Store The SSIS package store is just a folder on disk, so regular file system backups should suffice, or you can backup that folder specifically.
2008-11-27
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This article shows how to use the SQL Server 2008 Upgrade Advisor Tool to improve the SQL Server 2008 upgrade experience
2008-11-26
1,791 reads
By Brian Kelley
Yesterday, July 27, 2026, Microsoft announced a new cybersecurity effort called Project Perception. Included...
By Steve Jones
If you’ve wanted a SQL Server MCP server for your databases, it’s available. The...
Introducing azsql-migration-test, a small open-source CLI that validates your Azure SQL Database migrations against...
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CREATE SYMMETRIC KEY MySymmetricKey WITH ALGORITHM = AES_256, KEY_SOURCE = 'My secret key source passphrase', IDENTITY_VALUE = 'My secret identity value' ENCRYPTION BY PASSWORD = 'S&perS#cretP@ssword7'; GOSee possible answers