Microsoft SQL Server 2000 High Availability

Discover the best ways to help keep your critical, Microsoft SQL Server 2000-based systems up and running-and secure-with the expertise of those who know the technology best. Database administrators, network and security administrators, and other IT professionals will learn how to implement best practices for designing, managing, and troubleshooting high-availability solutions and see case studies that illustrate how the strategies and techniques described in the book work in real companies. Topics include balancing scalability, availability, performance, and growth; operating system configuration; RAID; SQL Server failover clustering; log shipping; replication; system monitoring; preventive maintenance and backups; optimizing upgrades; disaster recovery; and more. The companion CD-ROM features administrative scripts, worksheets, checklists, and other useful resources.Hirt, Allan is the author of 'Microsoft SQL Server 2000 High Availability' with ISBN 9780735619203 and ISBN 0735619204.