Tom Carpenter

Implement, maintain, and repair SQL Server 2012 databases As the most significant update since 2008, Microsoft SQL Server 2012 boasts updates and new features that are critical to understand. Whether you manage and administer SQL Server 2012 or are planning to get your MCSA: SQL Server 2012 certification, this book is the perfect supplement to your learning and preparation. From understanding SQL Server's roles to implementing business intelligence and reporting, this practical book explores tasks and scenarios that a working SQL Server DBA faces regularly and shows you step by step how to handle them. Includes practice exams and coverage of exam objectives for those seeking MSCA: SQL Server 2012 certificationExplores the skills you'll need on the job as a SQL Server 2012 DBADiscusses designing and implementing database solutionsWalks you through administrating, maintaining, and securing SQL Server 2012Addresses implementing high availability and data distributionIncludes bonus videos where the author walks you through some of the more difficult tasks expected of a DBA Featuring hands-on exercises and real-world scenarios, this resource guides you through the essentials of implementing, maintaining, and repairing SQL Server 2012 databases.

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Publisher's Note: Products purchased from Third Party sellers are not guaranteed by the publisher for quality, authenticity, or access to any online entitlements included with the product. The Best Fully Integrated Study System Available With hundreds of practice questions and hands-on exercises, MCTS SQL Server 2005 Implementation & Maintenance Study Guide covers what you need to know--and shows you how to prepare--for this challenging exam. 100% complete coverage of all official objectives for Exam 70-431Exam Readiness Checklist at the front of the book--you're ready for the exam when all objectives on the list are checked offInside the Exam sections in every chapter highlight key exam topics coveredSimulated exam questions match the format, tone, topics, and difficulty of the real examCovers all the exam topics, including:Installing and Configuring SQL Server 2005 * Creating Databases and Database Objects * SQL Server Security * Creating Views, Partitions, and Linked Servers * Transact-SQL Programming * Working with Constraints, Triggers, and Stored Procedures * Backup and Restore of SQL Server with SQL Agent Jobs * Data Redundancy and Availability * Using the Service Broker * XML Data Support * SQL Server Performance Monitoring and Tuning * Troubleshooting Server and Database ErrorsCD-ROM includes:Complete MasterExam practice testing engine, featuring: One full practice exam; Detailed answers with explanations; Score Report performance assessment toolVideo training clips from the authorElectronic book for studying on the goWith free online registration:One-hour LearnKey video training sessionBonus downloadable MasterExam practice test

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