I have worked with SQL Server for many years now, back to Sybase SQL Server days and there has always been confusion over Logins and Users.

During the last few articles, we have covered the basics of working with SQL server using the Server Management Objects (SMO) and PowerShell. We have covered things such as viewing the state of ...

SQL Server has a long list of roles for server, database, and applications that outline things like permissions, data selection and modification, and disk management. Examine how roles play a part in ...

I'm trying to create a symmetric key in SQL Server 2005 and restrict it to just the sa and application user accounts.

SEATTLE — In the aftermath of the Slammer worm that wreaked havoc with many SQL Server users early this year, Microsoft Corp. is trying to make its database software more secure. But there’s still ...