Tag: sql server maintenance

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11 Sep 2020 · 7 min read

Assessing SQL Server 2017 Cumulative Update 22: A Frustrating Lack of Documentation

SQL Server 2017 CU22 addresses real production issues, but Microsoft's sparse documentation makes the install decision harder than it needs to be. Here is what you actually need to know.

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8 Jan 2020 · 6 min read

Get the Latest Bug Fixes and Enhancements with SQL Server 2019 Cumulative Update 1

SQL Server 2019 CU1 addresses serious bugs including an ADR corruption risk and installation failures. Find out what's fixed and why you should patch now.

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17 Apr 2019 · 6 min read

New Updates Released for SQL Server 2014 SP3 and SP2: CU3 and CU17 for Improved Stability and Security

Microsoft released SQL Server 2014 SP3 CU3 and SP2 CU17 in August 2021 with targeted fixes for performance, backup reliability and security. Here is what you need to know before deploying.

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20 Feb 2019 · 6 min read

New Updates Released for SQL Server 2014 SP3 and SP2: CU2 and CU16

Microsoft released SQL Server 2014 SP3 CU2 and SP2 CU16 with targeted fixes for performance, backup reliability, and availability. Here is what production DBAs need to know.

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