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In SQL Server, you can create logins using Windows local groups as a way to manage access to the database server. This means that you… Read More »Securing SQL Server: Windows Local Groups as SQL Logins

This chapter refers to shrinking your database files (mdf, or ndf files), not shrinking the log file. The log file is a completely different conversation,… Read More »SQL Server DBCC Commands: Shrinking Notes

What is a Deadlock? A deadlock in SQL Server is a critical conflict that occurs when two or more transactions are unable to proceed because… Read More »SQL Server: What is a Deadlock

Microsoft SQL Server’s database corruption can lead to severe operational complications, making crucial data inaccessible and potentially jeopardizing business continuity. Comprehending this problem requires a… Read More »SQL Server Corruption: Corruption vs Drive Failure

Preventing and Monitoring SQL Server Deadlocks: Strategies and Tools Deadlocks and blocking in SQL Server can disrupt database performance, leading to application errors and user… Read More »Deadlock Prevention and Monitoring

Wait statistics, in the context of SQL Server, refer to the amount of time that a query spends waiting to access data in the database.… Read More »SQL Server Wait Type: FT_IFTSHC_MUTEX

Aggregating Data in Your SQL Server Welcome to SQL School, where we dive into the world of databases and unlock the potential of SQL Server.… Read More »SQL School: Data Aggregation with SQL Server

What is Blocking on SQL Server? Blocking in SQL Server happens when one transaction acquires a lock on a database resource, such as a row,… Read More »Why Does Blocking Happen

Master Blocking and Deadlocks with Stedman’s SQL School Performance Tuning Course If your SQL Server environment is plagued by deadlock issues or blocking problems, the… Read More »Blocking and Deadlocks on SQL Server