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SQL Server Security
An introduction to SQL Server 2016 dynamic data masking
An expert provides a step-by-step guide for how to use dynamic data masking in SQL Server 2016 CTP2 and Azure SQL database to protect sensitive data. Continue Reading
SQL Server encryption features in SQL Server 2014
Learn about SQL Server encryption features and enhancements in SQL 14, including Transparent Data Encryption and encrypting backups. Continue Reading
FAQ: How to troubleshoot and grant SQL Server permissions
Problems with permissions will affect your users, their login abilities and their access to certain aspects of your SQL Server. Troubleshoot all of your SQL Server permissions issues with these FAQs. Continue Reading
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FAQ: SQL Server passwords
Troubleshoot SQL Server passwords with these frequently asked questions from our readers. Recover lost passwords, create new passwords and change your SQL Server passwords with this advice from our SQL Server experts. Continue Reading
Quiz: Tech or treat!
Tech or treat! Do you speak Geek? Technology is scary to a lot of people -- and no wonder, when you consider the harrowing terms and concepts involved. Here's our traditionally gruesome collection of Halloween horror for technophiles and ... Continue Reading
data corruption
Data corruption is the deterioration of computer data as a result of some external agent.Continue Reading
SQL Server Security Learning Guide
SQL Server is a popular target to Internet hackers. Make sure SQL Server is locked down from the get-go and continually hardened to prevent attacks.Continue Reading
data hiding
Data hiding is a characteristic of object-oriented programming.Continue Reading