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. When a client application requests data from the database, the request is placed in a queue and the client application must wait for its turn to access the data. The time that the query spends …
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Configuring Database Mail in SQL Server: A Dual Approach In the realm of SQL Server management, setting up Database Mail is a critical task for database administrators. It enables the sending of email notifications directly from your SQL Server, which can be invaluable for monitoring job failures, system alerts, or operational notifications. This short guide will explore two primary methods …
Cut Costs Without Compromising Quality: Outsource Server Maintenance with Managed Services and Watch Your Savings Grow Welcome back, fellow data enthusiasts! Today, we’re diving into a topic that’s not only crucial for your business but also a game-changer in the world of database management: outsourcing server maintenance with Managed Services. At Stedman Solutions, we understand the importance of efficiency, reliability, …
Today Microsoft released a new update for SQL Server. SQL Server 2022 CU12 for 2022 (16.0.4115.5 – March 2024) CU10 + GDR (16.0.4100.1 – January 2024) 2024-03-14 Here are the latest updates for each version of SQL Server. SQL Server 2008 R2 RTM Download links: SP3 (10.50.6000.34 – September 2014) SP2 (10.50.4000.0 – July 2012)None SQL Server 2022 RTM Download links: NoneCU12 …
Hi there, I’m Steve Stedman, and I’m excited to share with you my SQL Server course focused on SQL Server Joins, available at http://SteveStedman.com/joins. As an experienced database professional, I’ve designed this course to help you better understand the various types of SQL joins, and how they can be used effectively in real-world applications. One of the most fundamental skills …
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Hello, I’m Steve Stedman, and I want to talk about my SQL Server course on preparing for corruption. This course is designed to help SQL Server professionals be better prepared for the event of database corruption before it’s too late. Find out more about the course here: http://stedman.us/corruption As a database professional, you’re probably aware of how dangerous and costly …
Enhancing Business Continuity with Stedman Solutions SQL Server Managed Services In today’s digital landscape, the resilience of your SQL Server databases against unexpected events is crucial for maintaining business continuity. The ability to recover from disasters quickly and efficiently can mean the difference between a minor setback and a major business interruption. Stedman Solutions’ SQL Server managed services are at …
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In the world of database management, maintaining optimal performance is an ongoing challenge. One crucial aspect that often gets overlooked is the management of indexes. While indexes can significantly enhance query performance, having too many of them can lead to issues when it comes to inserts, updates, and deletes. In this blog post, we’ll explore the delicate balance of index …
Monitoring backups is an essential part of database administration, as it ensures that you have reliable and up-to-date backups in case of data loss or corruption. The Database Health Monitor for SQL Server provides insights into backup status, enabling you to identify potential issues and take corrective action to ensure that your backups are running smoothly. The Database Health Monitor …
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Understanding SQL Server CPU Utilization When working with SQL Server, you might encounter situations where it seems not to utilize all available cores or is capped at a maximum of 50% CPU load. There are several reasons why this might happen. Here’s an in-depth look into common scenarios and settings that can lead to such behavior: This is just one …