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A relatively new concept in the world of database systems is the NoSQL DBMS. What is NoSQL? Well, I bet you guessed that it doesn’t use SQL, right? I mean, it is sort of right there in the name. But ...

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Learn how to use the Azure Portal to create a cloud-based SQL database with just a few mouse clicks.

An open source project gives DBAs the ability to channel PowerShell for automating and scaling complex SQL Server tasks, starting with the most basic: database backups.

While thinking about how to move some of my overuse of spreadsheets into the domain of databases I thought I should best consult with Ars members on tips of how best to do it. So the summary is ...