Updating Statistics Fixes Poor SQL Server Query Performance
A possible reason for poor query performance after upgrading to SQL Server 2012 is old statistics that can’t be used by the query optimizer. Learn more.
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Resolving Issues Identified by SQL Server Upgrade Advisor
The SQL Server Upgrade Advisor’s report contains a wealth of information. Learn how how this information appears, what you need to resolve, and when.
Read MorePlanning an Upgrade to SQL Server 2012
A smooth upgrade to SQL Server 2012 requires a good plan with pre-upgrade tasks, upgrade tasks, and post-upgrade tasks. Learn more.
Read MoreSide-by-side Upgrade to SQL Server 2012
In a side-by-side upgrade, SQL Server 2012 installs either along with SQL Server 2008 (or 2005) as a separate instance or on a different server. Learn what’s involved in performing this type of upgrade.
Read MoreIn-Place Upgrade to SQL Server 2012
After you start an in-place SQL Server 2012 upgrade there is no simple rollback procedure. Learn what’s involved in performing this type of upgrade.
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