It's the end of the year

Altering Included Indexes

Sharing Code

Most people blog to share something they've done, and hopefully with the idea that someone else will learn and benefit from it. Steve Jones is happy to share code, but not everyone seems to be in agreement. In any case, you ought to respect the author's wishes.

Server.Configuration Properties

Is Change Coming?

In the final Database Weekly of 2015, Steve Jones looks at a CIO's column on workplace change.

Why Use the Principle of Least Privilege?

SQL Injection isn't special code. It consists of regular, valid T-SQL that is unexpected by the application. Steve Jones notes that using the principle of least privilege can help to limit the damage from SQL Injection if the application fails to properly check input.

changing encryption

An Impressive SQL Server

This Friday Steve Jones has a poll about which SQL Servers might impress you. Is there a company or installation that you think would really showcase the power and scalability of SQL Server?

Merry Christmas

A holiday decoration for you

SQL Server on Linux

A secret project is underway up in Redmond, according to sources not so high up in the development team. A port is partially working for various reasons. Read this exclusive scoop!