SQL Server Magazine

SQL Server Profiler or Server-Side Trace?

Did you know that using SQL Server Profiler can have an impact on the performance of your production servers? Check out these test results comparing SQL Server Profiler with a server-side trace.

Rebuild Only the Indexes that Need Help

Avoid re-indexing pandemonium by using the rebuild_indexes_by_db stored procedure to tackle only indexes that actually need help.

In Search of Duplicate Indexes on Your Tables

Heed this advice about how to identify duplicate or redundant indexes on the tables in your databases.

In Search of Duplicate Indexes on Your Tables

Dissecting SQL Server’s Top Waits

You know how to collect and report on wait stats. Now, let’s focus on a few wait stats that typically account for most overall system waits.

Are Your SQL Server Statements Performing Well?

SQL Server 2005 offers a relatively easy way to determine which SQL Server statements are causing you the most pain. A built-in DMV does the trick.

A SQL Server 2005 DMV Cleans Up Your Indexes

A SQL Server 2005 DMV eases the burden of cleaning up unused indexes. Get it working in your instance.

A SQL Server 2005 DMV Cleans Up Your Indexes

Boost Performance with Parallel Processing

Learn when and how to use SQL Server's parallel-processing settings, and you'll be able to achieve the best balance between concurrency and speed for your unique environment.

Getting to Know Wait Stats

SQL Server's built-in DMV functionality offers all kinds of management potential. This month, we show you how to monitor wait stats on your SQL Server instance.