Year: 2024

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Cut Costs Without Compromising Quality: Outsource Server Maintenance with Managed Services and Watch Your Savings Grow Welcome back, fellow data enthusiasts! Today, we’re diving into a topic that’s not only crucial for your business but also a game-changer in the world of database management: outsourcing server maintenance with Managed Services. At Stedman Solutions, we understand the importance of efficiency, reliability, and, above all, cost-effectiveness when it comes to managing your Microsoft SQL servers. Why Outsource SQL Server Maintenance? Let’s face …

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This is just one of the many checks that our Daily Checkup and Quickscan Report from Stedman Solutions will report on. Understanding SQL Server CPU Utilization When working with SQL Server, you might encounter situations where it seems not to utilize all available cores or is capped at a maximum of 50% CPU load. There are several reasons why this might happen. Here’s an in-depth look into common scenarios and settings that can lead to such behavior: 1. Max Degree …

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Strategically Managing SQL Server Growth: Balancing Expansion and Costs As businesses flourish and evolve, the underlying data infrastructure must adapt accordingly. SQL Server, serving as a cornerstone for numerous organizations’ IT ecosystems, is no stranger to this evolution. While growth signifies success, it concurrently introduces increased complexity and, inherently, elevated costs. Through my extensive journey with SQL Server spanning decades, I have observed a common hurdle organizations encounter: managing the financial burden that accompanies the expansion of their SQL Server …

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This is just one of the many checks that our Daily Checkup and Quickscan Report from Stedman Solutions will report on. Why a Misconfigured Resource Governor on SQL Server Can Have Bad Performance Impacts A misconfigured resource governor in SQL Server can have significant adverse impacts on performance for several reasons: Inefficient Resource Distribution: The resource governor is designed to manage SQL Server workloads by distributing server resources among different groups based on their needs. If it’s misconfigured, critical processes …

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Stedman Solutions introduces, Peace of Mind Month, granting you satisfaction and reassurance for your SQL Server through Managed Services. The month of March is “Peace of Mind Month” for us at Stedman Solutions. In the dynamic landscape of technology, the ever-evolving intricacies can be a labyrinth for many. Business leaders often confess, “I lack the knowledge to maintain our database.” Recognizing this common concern, Managed Services emerges as the beacon of expertise, bridging the knowledge gap to ensure not only …

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This is just one of the many checks that our Daily Checkup and Quickscan Report from Stedman Solutions will report on. Understanding and Resolving High Virtual Log File (VLF) Count in SQL Server Introduction In the world of SQL Server performance tuning, one often overlooked yet critical aspect is the management of Virtual Log Files (VLFs) within the transaction log. A high count of these VLFs can lead to a variety of issues affecting the overall health and performance of …

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Hello everyone, I’m Steve Stedman, and today, I’m excited to share with you a feature of the Database Health Monitor software that I’ve developed: The Blocking Query Monitor. Understanding and addressing performance bottlenecks in SQL Server is not always an easy task, and one of the biggest contributors to these bottlenecks is often blocking queries. That’s why I’ve built the Blocking Query Monitor. The Blocking Query Monitor is a powerful tool specifically designed to monitor, report, and help resolve blocking …

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Three Fantastic Ways to Master SQL Server Join Types Hey there, SQL enthusiasts and database professionals! It’s Steve Stedman from Stedman Solutions, LLC. Today, I’m excited to share with you three incredible ways to enhance your understanding of SQL Server join types. Whether you’re a beginner or looking to polish your skills, we’ve got something just for you! 1. Grab Your Free Join Types Poster First up, we’re offering a FREE downloadable poster that visually breaks down SQL join types. …

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This is just one of the many checks that our Daily Checkup and Quickscan Report from Stedman Solutions will report on. Security Risks of SQL Server Agent Jobs at Startup Having SQL Server Agent jobs run at startup poses several security and operational risks. It’s important to understand the context and the specific requirements of certain components, like replication, which might necessitate startup jobs. Security Risks: Elevated Permissions: Jobs running at startup might require higher permissions than regular operations, potentially …

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Understanding the Importance of TDE Certificate Backups in SQL Server This is just one of the many checks that our Daily Checkup and Quickscan Report from Stedman Solutions will report on. In SQL Server, Transparent Data Encryption (TDE) is a valuable feature that provides encryption at the file level. It’s an essential tool for ensuring that your data is secure and inaccessible to unauthorized users, especially if the physical media is compromised. However, the power of TDE comes with a …

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