SQL Server 2005 log shipping setup using the wizard
Along with some best practices, SQL Server MVP Hilary Cotter shares a log shipping setup process from start to finish.
2008-04-22
2,862 reads
Additional Articles
SQL String User Function Workbench: part 1
Robyn and Phil go back to basics and hammer out some basic String-handling User Functions in TSQL, based on Python examples. Plenty of sample code, and TSQL programming tricks.
2008-04-22
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2008-04-22 (first published: 2008-02-22)
3,212 reads
Identify SQL Server 2005 Standard Login Settings
Gaining insight into my SQL Server standard and Windows logins has historically been a challenge in terms of determining password changes, failed login attempts, etc. I have noticed that you have experienced the same issue with your tip entitled 'When was the last time the SQL Server sa password changed' and I have noticed some information in the forums on the topic as well.
2008-04-21
3,407 reads
SQL Server 2005 Express Edition - Part 20 - Authenticating Merge Web Synchronization
We have been discussing SQL Server 2005 Express Edition replication-specific features, investigating authentication mechanisms that are available in order to accommodate connection attempts from remote clients interacting with SQL Server-based distributor via Internet Information Services. We will continue coverage of this topic here.
2008-04-21
1,679 reads
Integrating Reporting Services into Your Application
This paper summarizes the different ways that developers can integrate SQL Server 2005 Reporting Services capabilities in their applications.
2008-04-18
10,171 reads
Set Functions: The StripCalculatedMembers() Functio
Business Intelligence Architect Bill Pearson continues his examination of MDX functions, this time introducing StripCalculatedMembers(). In this article, we expose the function, and then lead a hands-on practice session with examples that reinforce the concepts.
2008-04-18
2,513 reads
SQL Data Generator
A new tool from Red Gate software that helps you generate realistic test data for testing your SQL Server applications.
2008-04-17
3,541 reads
myLittleAdmin for MS SQL Server 2005
A short review from the perspective of a web hoster on this handy software utility.
2008-04-16
5,463 reads
SQL Server Script to Create Windows Directories
An interesting script to handle file tasks from within SQL Server.
2008-04-16
5,394 reads
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The Max PK Length
If I create a multiple column Primary Key constraint, what is the most number of bytes I can include in the constraint?
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