SQL Server Answers
Browse expert answers to common SQL Server questions covering performance, maintenance, migrations, cloud, security, and database administration.

What is the Difference Between a SQL Server Upgrade and a Migration?
The difference between a SQL Server upgrade and a migration is moving from one version of SQL Server to another vs. moving from one environment to another.

How Long Does a SQL Server Migration Take?
Several factors can influence the duration of a SQL Server migration, including the size, complexity, and scope of the project.

What are the Risks of a SQL Server Migration?
The risks of a SQL Server migrations include unexpected downtime, application compatibility issues, performance problems, data loss, & more.

What Should Be Included in a SQL Server Migration Checklist?
A SQL Server migration checklist should cover the planning, testing, execution, & validation steps required to move databases & workloads.

Should I Migrate SQL Server to the Cloud?
Benefits of migrating SQL Server to the cloud include improved scalability, greater flexibility, reduced infrastructure management and more.
