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22.3. Copy a SQL Express Database

Some hosting providers support SQL Express and detached databases. This allows you to disconnect from your local machine, detach the database, copy the .mdf file to the host site via the Copy Web Site tool, and attach the database to the host's SQL Server or SQL Express.

See the hosting company's instructions for the specifics. A Web-based wizard might be available to walk you through the upload and connection process.

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