Jumping the Gun
How quickly should security issues be reported? Steve Jones isn't sure, but he talks a bit about what we might want to do.
Jumping the Gun
How quickly should security issues be reported? Steve Jones isn't sure, but he talks a bit about what we might want to do.
Jumping the Gun
How quickly should security issues be reported? Steve Jones isn't sure, but he talks a bit about what we might want to do.
Navigationless Database XML: Hierarchical Data Processing
Although current databases limit XML processing to linear XPath or XQuery queries, existing hierarchical database techniques enable far more complex queries using standard SQL.
Bread and Butter of SQL Server DBA - Part 2
Continuing on with his series on the basics of being a DBA, the MAK brings us an article that shows how to restore a backup to a new database.
Modifying Data - SQL School Video
MVP Kathi Kellenberger covers the basics of using T-SQL to modify data in your databases.
The Relational Manager
Managing DBAs can be a challenge for both sides. Steve Jones talks a bit about some of his relationships with managers and the trouble that sometimes occurs.
Resource Governor in SQL Server 2008
This article describes how Database Administrators can manage SQL Server workload and critical system resource consumption using Resource Governor in SQL Server 2008
Database Audit Specifications in SQL Server 2008
This is the final article of a three part series on Auditing in SQL Server 2008. This article shows how to setup a Database Audit Specification.
Managerial Relations
Steve Jones talks a bit more about the employee manager relationship in this turbulent times.
Blogs
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Back in the EU
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The Feedback Multiplier: How Leaders Can Turn Input into Innovation
By Chris Yates
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The New SQL Server 2025 Data type
In SQL Server 2025, there is a new data type designed to support similarity search and machine learning applications for AI applications. What is this new data type?
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