I didn't check other versions, but I did check on 2008. It functions as noted.

It isn't a big deal, but if you are writing checks or alerts for bad logins,...

A database isn't an Excel file. It doesn't size itself according to the data. Sizes are pre-set, and should be managed.

If you have deleted data, and don't need the space,...

GSquared (7/21/2011)

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Funny! An editorial about being reasonable about rules, and the title violates the rules (spelling). 😛

Now that I've finished making fun of Steve, I guess I wreely nede...

Lowell is correct. The storage isn't related to how you view it. A word file is an XML file these days, just interpreted by the Word application.

You can store rich...

CASE http://msdn.microsoft.com/en-us/library/ms181765.aspx

If checkdb ran, I'd make a backup first. See if that works.

Beyond that, I'll let Gail help out. She's more experienced in this area.

*groan* (loudly)

Yep, still kicking.

Just for you guys, my new least favorite thing

cengland0 (7/20/2011)

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Sorry but this...

Lynn Pettis (7/19/2011)

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My oldest daughter, the one in the Army, is going to have a baby in February. I'm going to be a grandfather.

Unfortunately, I may not get...

Eric M Russell (7/20/2011)

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For my daily work, Windows is just a shell for running Outlook, SSMS, IE, and Visual Studio. Off the top of my head, I can't think of...

anelson 66875 (7/20/2011)

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"Training" is dead - for IT jobs anyway. Training, as in getting somebody up to speed on a routine repeatable task like, say, machining an engine valve,...

Rod at work (7/20/2011)

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I appreciate this article, Steve, as it's something I have faced for the last 3 years. No training, no conferences, etc. However, in my situation it...

sturner (7/20/2011)

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I believe it is an individuals responsibility to stay up to speed on the latest technology in their chosen field. If an employer is willing to pay for some...