Transaction Log

  • Does anyone have any links or resources on the internet they can point me to that can explain the use of the transaction log? Information I would like to know includes the purpose of the transaction log, the use of it, how to recover data from it, etc.

    Any information would be greatly appreciated.

    Michael

  • Read the BOL, it's your best source of information.

    The transaction log keeps track of all transactions (trans). When a trans is stopped before completing, the log is used to rollback the trans. So, it keeps track of the status of transactions. You can use it to restore a database to a specific point in time. This is handy when someone does something they shouldn't and they know WHEN they did it.

    Again, read the BOL for more information.

    -SQLBill

    BOL=Books OnLine=Microsoft SQL Server's HELP

    Installed as part of the Client Tools

    Found at Start>Programs>Microsoft SQL Server>Books OnLine

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