When it comes to improving the performance of database systems, there are nearly as many approaches as there are DBA (database administrator) teams. That might sound acceptable at first glance. But, ...

Microsoft has introduced a new feature in SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS) 22 Preview 3, citing popular demand.

Maximize your SQL Server performance – right now! Optimizing SQL Server performance is challenging work. And while you can find a lot of info on general performance problems, there hasn’t been much ...

OK, I’ll admit it. I’m not a DBA, but that doesn’t mean I haven’t overseen databases and their performance. I was (and probably still am) the guy who installed a Microsoft SQL database by hitting Next ...

A customer wants a new server to dedicate to its latest high-transaction Web app. Traffic on the current site is heavy and is expected to double in a year. What's needed is an accurate and reliable ...

Comparing cursor vs. WHILE loop performance in SQL Server 2008 Your email has been sent Tim Chapman discusses your iteration choices in SQL Server 2008 and explains why determining which option ...