Tips for using indexes in SQL Server 2017 (Part 2) If you create a composite (multi-column) index, try to order the columns in the key so that the WHERE clauses of the frequently used queries match the column(s) that are leftmost in the index. The order of the columns in a composite (multi-column) index is very important. The index will...
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Troubleshooting problems with indexes in SQL Server 2012
Troubleshooting problems with indexes in SQL Server 2012 If you have problems with indexes in SQL Server 2012, review this troubleshooting checklist to find potential solutions. 1. Install the latest SQL Server 2012 service pack. Because many SQL Server 2012 index bugs were fixed in SQL Server service packs, you should install the latest SQL Server service pack. At the...