As a DBA, one of the most critical aspects of managing SQL Server is ensuring the integrity and reliability of database backups. SQL Server’s native backup functionalities offer robust tools for securing your data, particularly for databases utilizing the full recovery model. However, mixing SQL Server native backups with disk or VM snapshots can lead…
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Did you know that not configuring the MAXDOP setting in SQL Server properly could cause performance problems for your queries?
“Should I Use VM Snapshots to Backup SQL Server?” Like so many SQL Server related questions, the answer is “It depends.” However, most often the ultimate answer will be no. And, in this upcoming webinar we’ll share 8 questions you should ask before using VM snapshots as your approach to backing up SQL Server. RTO…
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Tell me what you think about this conversation. I must first clarify something about the conversation, though. It’s not an actual conversation I’ve had with a specific person or one prospective client. It’s not verbatim. Rather, it’s an amalgamation of many conversations I’ve had over the years. It starts when I ask who is responsible…
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Our team has been hard at work building the new SQL Server Daily Health Check Email and Dashboard. It’s designed to proactively deliver the information needed to keep your SQL Server environment healthy, secure, reliable, and running smoothly. And, we’d like your feedback on it. How the new SQL Server Daily Health Check works Here’s…
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As we ring in 2024, many are reflecting on the past year and making resolutions for the future. For businesses, one resolution should stand out: recommitting to data security. The late-2023 Xfinity breach, where 36 million customers had their personal information compromised, serves as a stark reminder of the ever-present threat of cyberattacks. What happened?…
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SQL Server is a critical component for many businesses, and its health and performance can have a significant impact on operations. If SQL Server is having a bad day, a lot of people are having a bad day. Users, patients, loan officers, etc, and of course, IT. That’s why we recommend performing a SQL Server…
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Deadlocks in SQL Server are more than just a nuisance, they can be problematic, and even lead to data loss and inconsistencies.
Many businesses depend on data systems. Data systems help doctors schedule appointments with patients. They allow construction companies to manage projects and calculate costs. The list goes on and on. And if a key data system isn’t available, it hurts. It’s disruptive. And users, customers, patients, and leadership get unhappy. That’s why it’s important to…
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Are your company’s data collection processes sound? Do they align with best practices? Welcome to the first of three posts on how to refine your strategy for data lifecycle management. In this post, we will look at how to evaluate your data collection processes for improvements. Data Collection in Data LifeCycle Management (DLM) As has…
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