SQL has certain limitations. In recent years, an increasing number of people have begun to realize the need for a technology to reach beyond the barriers that SQL presents. One of the most significant barriers that people come up against when attempting to retrieve data from a database using SQL is

by Brad M. McGehee – So what options does an intelligent individual, such as yourself, have if you want to become a DBA (or to become a master DBA, if you are already a newbie DBA)? If you can’t get the training you really need from classes, where do you turn? If you are like most DBAs I

By Cathan Cook – This article provides insight into the inner workings of SQL Server architecture. It covers database engine enhancements, providing usage tips and pointers to more information. Understanding depth information about the SQL Server engines can help a Database Administrator (Database S

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One of the downsides of SQL Mail is the fact that it is tied to a MAPI Profile. Here is a way to send email using the sp_OACreate procedure to call a third party SMTP component.

Discover the information you need to evaluate SQL Server based on its performance, scalability, reliability, market momentum, cost of ownership, and ease of use, from the industry's leading sources. You will also find a list of reference links that will provide quick access to statistics, benchm

By Tony Bain – It is surprising the number of application developers who over look the need for database object code source control. This article is intended to demonstrate how version control can be used for database objects.

Are you responsible for keeping your organization's database systems up and running? Are you the one they call in the middle of the night if the database server is down? If so, the SQL Server 2000 Operations Guide is for you.

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