Chapter 3

Working with the Administration Tools

TOPICS COVERED IN THIS CHAPTER:

  • SQL Server Configuration Manager
  • SQL Server Management Studio
  • SQL Server Business Intelligence Development Studio
  • SQL Server Profiler
  • SQL Server Books Online
  • Windows Server Administration for the DBA

imageOne of Microsoft's strengths, when compared to many other software vendors, is in the area of GUI-based administration tool development. For example, the SQL Server tools have been among the best built-in tools available with any database system for many years. The SQL Server 2008 GUI (graphical user interface) administrative tools have been enhanced since the release ...

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