Overview to Database Administration Issues (Microsoft SQL Server)

In operating your database, you will need to perform several of the database administration tasks discussed in this chapter. This chapter does not take the place of the Microsoft SQL Server documentation or the formal procedures established by your database administrator. It does, however, highlight the most relevant administrative tasks. In particular, it is very important to implement the back-up procedure at your site, as this is crucial to protecting your data.

You should also refer to the help files provided with Microsoft SQL Server, which you can access using Start/Programs/Microsoft SQL Server/Books Online.