Chapter 3. Using the Tools in SQL Server 2008
After completing this chapter, you will be able to
Select the appropriate SQL Server 2008 tool for a given task
Manage SQL Server 2008 services
Launch, navigate, and utilize SQL Server Management Studio
Utilize several shortcuts for better productivity
Configure Database Mail
SQL Server 2008 ships with eight stand-alone tools used to configure, manage, and monitor SQL Server services. Within this group of eight core tools, you can also design SQL Server objects and execute code. The most wide-reaching tool, SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS), contains four additional tools designed for management and monitoring.
Note
You can install instances of SQL Server Integration Services, Reporting Services, Analysis ...
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