Month: May 2024

SQL Server memory configuration fine-tunes your servers' performance.

SQL Server Settings: Memory Configuration

SQL Server is designed to efficiently manage memory on its own. It requests memory when it’s needed and releases memory back to the system when it’s not. However, the default settings may not be ideal for your situation. An experienced database administrator will usually fine-tune these settings to optimize performance and server stability. Minimum server…
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Azure Arc-Enabled SQL Server

Azure Arc-Enabled SQL Server: Centralized Management for Hybrid Environments

Azure Arc-enabled SQL Server is worth considering for organizations looking to unify their database management and capitalize on cloud-native features while still keeping their data on-premises.  Azure Arc is a set of technologies from Microsoft that extends Azure management and services to any infrastructure, including other clouds, on-premises, and edge. This enables you to manage…
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Extended Support expires July 14, 2026

Should I Upgrade? Understanding Mainstream and Extended Support for SQL Server

“So, I’ve heard that SQL Server 2016 Extended Support expires on July 14, 2026. That doesn’t sound like a good thing, but what exactly does it mean? Can I still use my SQL Server, or do I have to upgrade? And what’s the difference between Mainstream and Extended Support anyway?” That’s a pretty common question.…
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Data Governance in Action: 4 Challenges for Small and Mid-Sized Businesses (SMBs)

With the explosion of AI and ever-increasing awareness of the importance of data, the term “data governance” seems to be everywhere these days. We hear it used in different contexts, and it may seem to equate to regulatory compliance or to have relevance for only the largest companies. This interpretation misses a key benefit of…
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data governance for small business

Webinar: Data Governance for SMBs

Editor’s note: This webinar has passed, but click here to access a recording of the event. This insightful webinar digs into the critical realm of data governance for small and mid-sized businesses (SMBs) with Natasha Collins, Database Consultant at The SERO Group. Discover how overlooking data quality and integrity can cost your company dearly, from…
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