Managing SQL Server Users

Like logins, user accounts can be managed through Enterprise Manager or via T-SQL stored procedures. The method you choose will depend on personal preference and the number of user accounts with which you are working. If you are working with multiple users, it is often more efficient to use T-SQL.

Using Enterprise Manager

In Enterprise Manager, users are managed through the Users folder in each database. Right-clicking Users and selecting New Database User brings up the New User dialog box, as shown in Figure 15.7.

Figure 15.7. The New User dialog box.

From here, you can select which login to associate with the user, the ...

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