Beginning SQL Server 2008 Administration is essential for anyone wishing to learn about implementing and managing SQL Server 2008 database. From college students, to experienced database administrators from other platforms, to those already familiar with SQL Server and wanting to fill in some gaps of knowledge, this book will bring all readers up to speed on the enterprise platform Microsoft SQL Server 2008. * Clearly describes relational database concepts* Explains the SQL Server database engine and supporting tools* Shows various database maintenance scenarios What you'll learn* Understand core concepts of relational databases* Install SQL Server in your environment* Use the tools that come with SQL Server to perform daily administrative tasks* Design and implement a database maintenance plan in SQL Server* Configure database security and protect your sensitive data from intruders* Meet regulatory and government compliance requirements like Sarbanes-Oxley and the Payment Card Industry (PCI) regulations Who is this book for? This book is primarily for those who are aspiring to become SQL Server 2008 database administrators.
What can you say? It's a computer book. Was it interesting to read? Generally, no. Was it informative? Absolutely. I would say that it is a good starter book, but it teases you by giving you enough information to make you dangerous, but not nearly enough for to become a DBA. I had as many new questions presented and left unanswered, as I did answred, almost forcing me to seek out the next 500+ page tomb in the series.