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Understanding Common SQL Server Wait Types: SOS_SCHEDULER_YIELD, WRITELOG, CXPACKET, CXCONSUMER, and LCK_M* In the world of SQL Server Performance tuning, understanding wait types is essential for diagnosing and resolving performance issues. Wait types indicate the specific resources SQL Server is waiting on during query execution, and identifying the predominant wait types can help in pinpointing performance bottlenecks. In this blog post, we’ll delve into some of the most common wait types: SOS_SCHEDULER_YIELD, WRITELOG, CXPACKET, CXCONSUMER, and LCK_M*. SOS_SCHEDULER_YIELD The SOS_SCHEDULER_YIELD …

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Ensuring Security in Database Health Monitor: How We Use Snyk for Weekly Vulnerability Analysis At Stedman Solutions, we prioritize the security and integrity of our software, particularly with tools like Database Health Monitor, which is crucial for SQL Server management. One key component of our security strategy is using Snyk, a powerful tool that helps us identify and address potential vulnerabilities in our codebase. What is Snyk? Snyk is a developer-first security platform designed to help organizations find and fix …

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Hello! Steve Stedman here. Today, I’d like to emphasize the critical importance of maintaining the health of your SQL Server database through an unshakeable backup and recovery plan. Why? Because in our data-driven world, the absence of a comprehensive backup strategy can spell disaster for your organization. This is precisely why I’ve designed a specialized Backup and Recovery Course for SQL Server, and I am thrilled to shaer a limited-time 25% discount on this indispensable resource. The Importance of Backup …

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The Five Most Popular Features of Database Health Monitor Wait Stats Monitoring: Quickly identifies performance bottlenecks by analyzing SQL Server Wait Statistics, helping you resolve issues before they impact users. Index Fragmentation Analysis: Detects Fragmented Indexes that can slow down your queries, with recommendations for rebuilding or reorganizing them to maintain optimal performance. Deadlock Analysis: Automatically captures and analyzes deadlocks, providing clear insights to resolve these conflicts and prevent them from recurring. Missing Index Recommendations: Identifies missing indexes that could …

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SQL Server Performance Monitoring with Database Health Monitor from Stedman Solutions, LLC. Download your free trial today. Why Database Health Monitor is the Best Tool for SQL Server Performance Monitoring In the world of SQL Server management, performance monitoring isn’t just a best practice—it’s a necessity. The right tools can be the difference between a smooth-running system and one plagued by bottlenecks, slowdowns, or even crashes. Enter Database Health Monitor: a tool designed specifically with SQL Server in mind, and …

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In the wise words of Benjamin Franklin, “If You Fail to Plan, You Are Planning to Fail.” This timeless adage holds particular relevance when it comes to safeguarding your SQL Server databases. A failure to adequately prepare for data loss scenarios—be it due to hardware malfunctions, data corruption, or increasingly prevalent ransomware attacks—can have devastating consequences for your business. The Common Problem: Lack of Preparedness Despite the rising risks, it’s shocking how often we encounter businesses that are inadequately prepared …

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Take advantage of this 25% discount on my Backup and Recovery Course for SQL Server and learn how to implement a comprehensive backup and recovery strategy for your organization. Here are some reasons to check out this class. Immediate Return on Investment: By mastering backup and recovery skills, you reduce the risk of costly downtime, data loss, and business disruptions, ensuring that your investment in this training pays for itself many times over. Access to Exclusive Tools and Resources: Gain …

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Database Health Monitor Database Health Monitor is a comprehensive tool designed to help SQL Server administrators keep their databases running smoothly. Developed to provide deep insights into the health and performance of SQL Server environments, it’s particularly valuable for those who want to prevent problems before they occur. Key Features of Database Health Monitor: Performance Monitoring: Continuously tracks key performance metrics like CPU usage, memory utilization, and query execution times. It helps identify slow-running queries, bottlenecks, and inefficient resource usage. …

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If You Like Database Health Monitor but Need More Help, Try Stedman Solutions Managed Services If you’ve been using Database Health Monitor for a while, you already know the power it brings to SQL Server monitoring. With its comprehensive reports, performance metrics, and alerting features, it’s an invaluable tool for any DBA or IT manager. But what happens when you need more than just monitoring? What if you encounter a complex performance issue, a Corruption problem, or simply need expert …

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In the world of database management, maintaining optimal performance is an ongoing challenge. One crucial aspect that often gets overlooked is the management of indexes. While indexes can significantly enhance query performance, having too many of them can lead to issues when it comes to inserts, updates, and deletes. In this blog post, we’ll explore the delicate balance of index management and discuss strategies to identify and remove unnecessary indexes without compromising system stability. The Dilemma of Too Many Indexes …

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