Object Scriptr v1.0 Released as Freeware
Object Scriptr v1.0 for SQL Server 7/2000 by Rac4sql has been released as freeware on SQLServerCentral.com. The product quickly generates creation and drop scripts and insert statements.
SQLServerCentral.com Launches New Discount Area
SQLServerCentral.com today launched its new members only product discount area. The section allows members to purchase SQL Server related products at a deep discount.
.NET Framework Service Pack 1 Released
Microsoft .NET Framework Service Pack 1 provides the latest updates to the .NET Framework. Service Pack 1 is highly recommended for all users of the .NET Framework, including customers of Visual Studio .NET.
Optimizing Your Cube's Schema
This article written by Don Church discusses how to optimize your cubes schema, its worth a read.
Microsoft Sets New World Record
Find out how SQL Server 2000 surpassed its previous number one result for the SAP Sales and Distribution benchmark.
SQL Server Licensing Resources
As I work with a particular topic or problem, I often research on the Internet different opinions, white papers, etc. Here is a list of resources that deal with the licensing aspects of using SQL Server.
SQLMatcher Added to Freeware Library
SQLMatcher allows the user to compare Microsoft SQL Server DDL scripts. SQLMatcher is available in two different forms. The standard freeware version has just been made available for download on SQLServerCentral.com. The professional version is also available for download and purchase.
RAC v2.0 released
RAC is a native utility for MS Sql Server 2000 designed exclusively for data
manipulation.RAC can perform complex tasks while minimizing the need for complex
sql.RAC offers many computational options and has report writer features.RAC comes with a easy to use gui for novice users.
Cast Your Data
This article looks at the T-SQL CAST function and how it is used and preferred to CONVERT().
The Intel Philanthropic Peer-to-Peer Program
Similar to Seti@Home, Intel has a program set up to support research for several diseases including Anthrax and Alzheimer's. It's free, it's useful, and it might make a difference. Read the notes Andy has put together and then decide for yourself.
Blogs
Monday Monitor Tips: The Jobs Report
By Steve Jones
A customer wanted a report they could email to their boss about jobs, something...
Automating SQL Maintenance: How DevOps Principles Reduce Downtime
By Chris Yates
In the world of modern data infrastructure, SQL databases remain the backbone of enterprise...
From Couch-Potato to Triathlete – and What This Means for Your SQL Server
Do you know if your SQL Server is really running at its best? To...
Forums
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Single User SQL Server on Linux
How can I start SQL Server on Linux in single-user mode to restore the master database?
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