SQL Server 2000 Post SP2 Patch Released
If you're still on SQL Server 2000 SP2, beware! Microsoft has released a number of fixes that have now been rolled up into this cumulative patch to fix major security flaws in SQL Server.
Freeware SQLExecMS Updated
Laplas Soft has updated its ever popular freeware SQLExecMS. SQLExecMS makes a DBAs and developers life so much easier by building in a number of common untilites. You can download it free if you're a SQLServerCentral.com member!
Using Check Constraints
Check constraints can be added to a table to enforce specific rules on one or more columns. This article shows you how to use them to enforce simple and more complex rules.
Migrating from Oracle to SQL Server
Are you migrating your database and applications from Oracle to SQL Server and having trouble converting your code from PL/SQL to T-SQL? Then this article might help, though it doesn't cover all aspects. It provides you with answers to most commonly asked migration relasted questions. You will also find links to additional resources and books.
Worst Practice - Sorting by Ordinal
If you've been with us for a while you know that Andy started a series last year on worst practices. As he says, maybe you can't always do best practices, but at least dont do the worst ones. Read the article and add a comment, participate!
Push Those Logs Away!
Steve found a gaping hole in his backup process. One that he plugged with this script to move log files around the network in the event of a server failure. If you can't afford to lose a day of work, read about his solution.
Pause for a Minute
Ever needed a pause in a script? Maybe want to retry something after a minute? This article gives a quick snipped of code that will help you implement a pause in your script.
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Advice on using COUNT( )
In this article new columnist Christoffer Hedgate offers his advice on what performs better, COUNT(*) or COUNT(column).
New SQL Server News Site Begins Beta Test
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