Backing up SQL Server is a standard practice, but knowing which recovery model to use can be confusing. Use these tips to get started with your backup strategy.

In addition, there isn’t a need for point-in-time or up-to-the-minute restores.For more information on recovery models review chapter 3, “Administering SQL Server 2005 Database Engine” on my ...

The Microsoft OLE DB Provider is an SQL tool that enables developers to write code that provides an application with ADO access to an SQL database.

Microsoft has released the first release candidate for SQL Server 2025, touting AI capabilities and experimental features ...

Redmond Review SQL Server Data Tools: a Model Toolset Using SSDT means we don't just shout orders at the database; instead, we plan what we're going to say. By Andrew J. Brust 12/01/2011 For almost 13 ...

As announced at the Build 2019 conference back in May 2019, Azure SQL DB Edge is a containerized package intended for both ARM and x86 powered devices, especially tailored for streaming and ...

SQL Server 2016’s new stretch database feature promises to offer local server performance for hot data and cloud storage for old data without any change to the application.

One key to efficient data analysis of big data is to do the computations where the data lives. In some cases, that means running R, Python, Java, or Scala programs in a database such as SQL Server ...