Tag Archives: sql server

Toggle Switches

Posted on March 22, 2013 by way0utwest

When SQL Server 7 was released, it was touted as a self-tuning, self optimizing database platform requiring much less attention from a DBA. The product had relatively few tuning options and limited information available about how it processed queries. DBAs … Continue reading →

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Customizing SSMS – Bigger Queries

Posted on March 21, 2013 by way0utwest

This is a short series on some customizations in SSMS to make it visually more appealing. As a presenter, I’ve learned how to change the way Management Studio (SSMS) looks to make it easier for people to see the screen … Continue reading →

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The Backup Process

Posted on March 18, 2013 by way0utwest

I was reading Scott Hanselman’s post onThe Computer Backup Rule of Three, and I completely agree with him. If things are important, three copies are the minimum you should keep. I have had backups before, but I’ve found that when … Continue reading →

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Customizing SSMS – Hiding the panels

Posted on March 14, 2013 by way0utwest

This is a short series on some customizations in SSMS to make it visually more appealing. As a presenter, I’ve learned how to change the way Management Studio (SSMS) looks to make it easier for people to see the screen … Continue reading →

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