Course Description
This course provides students with the knowledge and skills to upgrade their SQL Server 2000 database administration (DBA) skills to SQL Server 2008 DBA skills.
Agenda
An Introduction to SQL Server 2008
- The Evolution of SQL Server
- SQL Server 2008 Architectural Components
Installing and Upgrading to SQL Server 2008
- Preparing for SQL Server 2008 Installation
- Installing SQL Server 2008
- Upgrading a SQL Server 2000 Instance
- Configuring a SQL Server Installation
- Using SQL Server Configuration Manager
Storage Enhancements in SQL Server 2008
- Data Type Enhancements
- Table Partitioning
- Indexing Enhancements
- Tuning Indexes (Optional)
SQL Server 2008 Administration Enhancements
- Administration Tools Overview
- Using SQL Server Management Studio
- Using the sqlcmd Utility
- Using Windows PowerShell
Security Enhancements with SQL Server 2008
- SQL Server 2008 Security Overview
- Managing SQL Server 2008 Security
- Managing Permissions
- Managing Keys and Certificates
- Data Encryption
SQL Server 2008 Disaster Recovery
- Database Backup
- Backup Compression
- Database Restoration
- Database Snapshots
High Availability in SQL Server 2008
- Log Shipping
- Database Mirroring
- Determining the Best High Availability Solution
Replication Enhancements in SQL Server 2008
- New Types of Replication
- Additional Replication Enhancements
SQL Server 2008 Policy-Based Management
- Understanding Central Management Servers
- Understanding Policy-Based Management
- Implementing Policy-Based Management
SQL Server 2008 Monitoring Enhancements
- Monitoring a Database
- Using DDL Triggers
- Auditing in SQL Server
- Event Notifications
- Using Static and Dynamic Metadata
SQL Server 2008 Performance
- Managing Workloads with Resource Governor
- Monitoring Performance with the Data Collector
- Managing Performance with Plan Freezing
Comments
Virtual 6317 Upgrading Your SQL Server 2000 Skills to SQL Server 2008 Online Live training option
Imagine an industry-leading classroom training experience from wherever you have access to the Internet.
The Virtual Online Live events listed here gives you an effective and proven online virtual learning experience with the freedom to attend virtually from anywhere.
There is also an option of experiencing Online Live from one of the many national partner centers where a computer and headset will be provided for you.
This rich and engaging virtual classroom environment lets you conveniently interact with instructors and other students.
You will hear and see your instructor as they teach the course and answer your questions via voice or text.
Choose the online live virtual training option and you can access the recorded version even after the class has finished.
The onDemand labs give you access to the same client and server technologies covered in class so you can test, apply and hone your skills by accessing the labs before and even after the class.
Technical Requirements: a computer or laptop with a modern browser and high speed internet access along with one or two monitors.