Professional Microsoft SQL Server 2008 Administration

by Brian Knight, Ketan Patel, Wayne Snyder

SQL Server 2008 is how-to guide for experienced DBAs. Tutorial-based, this book will get you over the learning curve of how to configure and administer SQL Server 2008. Whether you're an administrator or developer using SQL Server, you can't avoid wearing a DBA hat at some point. The book is loaded with unique tips and workarounds for the most difficult SQL Server admin issues, including managing and monitoring SQL Server, automating administration, security, performance tuning, scaling and replications, clustering, and backup and recovery. A companion website is also available.

924 pages, Kindle Edition

First published October 1, 2008

About the author

Brian Knight, SQL Server MVP, MCSE, MCDBA, is the co-founder of SQLServerCentral.com, JumpstartTV.com, and is on the Principal Board of Directors of the Professional Association for SQL Server (PASS). Brian is a contributing columnist for many industry magazines and sites. He has co-authored and authored more than 9 SQL Server books. Brian has spoken at conferences like PASS, SQL Connections and TechEd and many Code Camps.
--from the author's website

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Reviews

[Gerhard · Rating 4 out of 5]

Granted, this book has some errors in it, but it's nonetheless a great introduction to SQL2008 administration.