This technical article provides an overview of how to produce specific levels of index fragmentation. Useful for creating test plans.

Database Mirroring adjusting the automatic failover time

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Database Mirroring

One of the configuration options for Database Mirroring is the High Availability mode. With this option three servers are put in place the principal, mirror and witness servers. This is the only option that allows for automatic failover. One of the things that I have noticed is that when there are periodic network issues a failover occurs even though there are no issues with the Principal server. Are there any options to delay the failover?

Encryption Alternatives

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Security

Databases often contain sensitive information and cell-level encryption is a very effective method to protect this information from those who should not have access to it. Although, encryption is not without its challenges.

The October 2008 Energy Update

by Steve Jones

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Editorial - MP3

The bimonthly update on the world of energy from Steve Jones talks about wind power.

The October 2008 Energy Update

by Steve Jones

SQLServerCentral.com

Editorial - WMV

The bimonthly update on the world of energy from Steve Jones talks about wind power.

The October 2008 Energy Update

by Steve Jones

SQLServerCentral.com

Editorial - iPod

The bimonthly update on the world of energy from Steve Jones talks about wind power.

Restoring a Full Database in SSMS - SQL School Video

by Brian Knight

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Video

This SQL School video will show you how to use Management Studio to restore a database in SQL Server 2005.

Updating Aging Databases

by Phil Factor

SimpleTalk

Editorial

Somehow, one is expected to be pleased that SQL Server 2005 is going to have another Service Pack. Why? For many DBAs, SQL Server 2005 is still a dangerous and radical upgrade. Phil Factor considers Microsoft's responsibilities...