SQL Server 2005 Introduction to SQL Server Management Studio

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This article will explain how to use the new SQL Server Management Studio to perform basic SQL Server administration task. In particular, it introduces you to SQL Server Workbench, a tool which can help you administer one or more SQL Servers. It can be used for certain other functions as well.

NOTE: This lab focuses on the concepts in this module and as a result may not comply with Microsoft security recommendations.

NOTE: The SQL Server 2005 labs are based on beta builds of the product. The intent of these labs is to provide you with a general feel of some of the planned features for the next release of SQL Server. As with all software development projects, the final version may differ from beta builds in both features and user interface. For the latest details on SQL Server 2005, please visit http://www.microsoft.com/sql/2005/.

Objectives

After completing this lab, you will be able to:

• Use the new SQL Server Management Studio to perform basic SQL Server administration tasks.

Scenario

SQL Server Workbench is a new tool built for the 2005 release of SQL Server. It combines the functionality of the Enterprise Manager snap-in and the Query Analyzer. Although this is the main tool for administering one or more SQL Servers, you can also use the SQL Server Workbench for executing queries and scripts, and for managing SQL Server projects. This lab will show you how to perform basic administration tasks on SQL Server 2005 using SQL Server Workbench.

Prerequisites

• Basic experience with SQL Server 2000 administration.
  
• An understanding of basic Windows networking concepts.
  
• A basic understanding of SQL Server security.
  
• Some experience with T-SQL.

Estimated Time to Complete This Lab

45 Minutes

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