Pro SQL Server 2008 Administration

• Main Authors: Simmons, Ken (Author), Carstarphen, Sylvester (Author)
• Corporate Author: SpringerLink (Online service)
• Format: Electronic eBook
• Language: English
• Published: Berkeley, CA : Apress, 2009.
• Subjects: Computer science.; Database management.; Computer Science.; Database Management.

Pro SQL Server 2008 Administration is critical for database administrators seeking in-depth knowledge on administering SQL Server 2008. This book covers the impact of the new features available in SQL Server 2008 specifically targeted for database administrators, along with the tried-and-true advanc...

Table of Contents:

• Introducing Microsoft SQL Server 2008
• New Feature Overview
• Pre-Installation Considerations
• Choosing a High-Availability Solution
• Getting Started
• Installing Microsoft SQL Server 2008
• Upgrading to Microsoft SQL Server 2008
• Post-Installation
• Administering Microsoft SQL Server 2008
• Multi-Server Administration
• Managing Security Within the Database Engine
• Administering Database Objects
• Indexing for Performance
• Managing Backups
• Restore and Recovery Strategies
• Automating Routine Maintenance
• Troubleshooting and Tuning
• Monitoring Your Server
• Auditing SQL Server
• Managing Query Performance
• Conclusion
• Secrets to Excelling As a Professional DBA
• What’s Next?.