Chapter 1. Overview of Microsoft SQL Server 2012

After completing this chapter, you will be able to

  • Explain SQL Server components and features and their uses.

  • Identify SQL Server features vital to your environment.

  • Define and scope your SQL Server installation topology from a high level.

The process of learning a new technology can be daunting and sometimes involves a tremendous amount of time and effort. Each step of the process, from installing and configuring the software to deploying the first project, introduces new challenges. These challenges often grow when the technology includes several components and features, so the first step, especially with a multicomponent technology, is to identify the components your environment requires and gain ...

Get Microsoft® SQL Server® 2012 Step by Step now with the O’Reilly learning platform.

O’Reilly members experience books, live events, courses curated by job role, and more from O’Reilly and nearly 200 top publishers.