I recently downloaded Idera’s SQL virtual database, and tested it. There are a few things about this tool which caught my attention. Let us learn about Retrieve and Explore Database Backup without Restoring Database.
SQL SERVER – 2008 – Introduction to Snapshot Database – Restore From Snapshot
Snapshot database is one of the most interesting concepts that I have used at some places recently. Here is a quick definition of the subject from Book On Line: A Database Snapshot is a read-only, static view of a database (the source database). Multiple snapshots can exist on a source…
Read MoreSQL SERVER – Enable Identity Insert – Import Expert Wizard
I recently got an email from an old friend who told me that when he tries to execute the SSIS package, it fails because of some identity error. After a few series of debugging and opening his package, we finally figured out that he has the following problem. Let’s learn how to Enable Identity Insert – Import Expert Wizard.
SQL SERVER – Difference Between GRANT and WITH GRANT
What is the difference between GRANT and WITH GRANT when giving permissions to the user? This is a very interesting question recently asked me to during my session at TechMela Nepal. Let us first see the syntax and analyze. GRANT: USE master; GRANT VIEW ANY DATABASE TO username; GO WITH GRANT: USE…
Read MoreSQL SERVER – Simple Installation of Master Data Services (MDS) and Sample Packages – Very Easy
I twitted recently about: ‘Installing #sql Server 2008 R2 – Master Data Services. Painless.’ After doing so, I got quite a few emails from other users as to why I thought it was painless. The reason was very simple- I was able to install it rather quickly on my laptop…
Read MoreSQLAuthority News – MS Access Database is the Way to Go – April 1st Humor
First of all, today is April 1- April Fool’s Day, so I have written this post for some light entertainment. My friend has just sent me an email about why a person should go for Access Database. For a short background, I used to be an MS Access user once…
Read MoreSQLAuthority News – Fun Quotes about Technology
SQL Server can be boring subject many times. In this blog post, let us see some of the fun quotes.
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