SQL Server 2000 is an extremely vast topic that many IT professionals struggle with in day-to-day networking. It is also a cornerstone of the .NET initiative. This book provides a real and useful guide to day-to-day SQL Server 2000 activities focusing on installation, configuration, management, and troubleshooting. Ideal for the system or database administrator, IT manager, and IT professional working with SQL Server, it covers four main topic technologies and architecture; planning and installing; administering and optimizing, and using SQL Server 2000. The book features extensive diagrams, decision trees, and visual tools. The included CD-ROM features printable planning checklists and worksheets, plus third-party tools and utilities.