In the world of database management, maintaining optimal performance in SQL Server environments with sys.dm_os_performance_counters requires ongoing attention to system metrics that reflect real-time activity… Read More »sys.dm_os_performance_counters in SQL Server: Key Counters and Queries Explained

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Selecting an effective SQL Server backup strategy requires careful consideration of your specific environment, including database size, rate of change, and recovery expectations. A one-size-fits-all… Read More »How to Choose the Right SQL Server Backup Strategy for Your Environment

In the realm of database security, protecting sensitive information is paramount, especially when managing SQL Server environments. Transparent Data Encryption (TDE) offers a robust solution… Read More »How to Check if All Your SQL Server Databases Are Encrypted with TDE

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Today Microsoft released a new update for SQL Server. SQL Server 2025 CU6 for 2025 (17.0.4055.5 – June 2026) CU4 + GDR (17.0.4040.1 – May… Read More »New SQL Update from Microsoft

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Optimizing SQL Server performance is a critical task for database administrators and developers alike. With the ever-growing complexity of database environments, having the right tools… Read More »Top 5 Must-Have Features of Database Health Monitor for SQL Server Optimization

There are 2 perspectives here to the DBA on vacation, typically in an organization with only a single DBA so there is no cross coverage… Read More »DBA on Vacation