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With thousands of installations worldwide, Microsoft SQL Server(tm) 2000 is an industry-leading solution for highly scalable, fast, and reliable database management. This hands-on guide covers the installation, configuration, and administration of SQL Server while providing practical solutions to the daily challenges faced by busy administrators.Filled with real-world examples, Essential SQL Server(tm) 2000: An Administration Handbook is a succinct survival guide for both experienced professionals as well as those less familiar with the environment. Whether you are a programmer who takes on database administration or a database administrator who is new to SQL Server 2000, you will find this guide an indispensable resource. The book begins with a review of database basics, then progresses to everyday topics including installation, tools, data access, import/export, commands, automation, maintenance, and tuning. The final chapters cover the more advanced features of SQL Server and provide a sample server sizing exercise and helpful hardware discussion. Chapters are organized to provide easy look-up for solving specific problems, while cover-to-cover, the book provides a complete primer on SQL Server essentials.Topics covered include:Database basics, and the features and flavors of SQL Server 2000Installation and tips for upgrading from previous versionsData access and connection methods for SQL ServerImporting and exporting dataAutomating SQL Server and operating system commandsStrategies for successful database maintenanceBacking up and restoring SQL databasesSecurity aspects of SQL ServerIntroduction to Microsoft Analysis Services with working examplesOverview of the XML technology in SQL Server Packed with practical tips and timesaving solutions, Essential SQL Server(tm) 2000: An Administration Handbook is a must-have guide for every administrator managing the day-to-day SQL Server environment. 0201742039B11282001

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Buck Woody is a senior database administrator and trainer for BST Consultants, Inc. He holds the Microsoft Certified Professional, Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer, and Microsoft Certified Database Administrator certifications. He is also a successful independent SQL Server and Internet consultant and president of the Tampa SQL Server User Group. 0201742039AB11282001

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