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Configuring Security in SQL Server

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Overview Configuring access to SQL Server data and features is an important part of every DBA's job, but one that we all know must be handled carefully. The unintended consequences of giving too much access to resources can mean compromised or lost information. This white paper teaches you how to use a systematic approach and factor in all four levels of security when configuring security in SQL Server.

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Publisher	Global Knowledge	File Format	PDF
Date Published	January 2009
Format	White Papers
Topics	Best Practices, Database Management, Database Applications, Security Management, Data Recovery - Security

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