Portable and precise, this pocket-sized guide delivers ready answers for administering SQL Server 2008. Zero in on core support and maintenance tasks using quick-reference tables, instructions, and lists. Youll get the focused information you need to solve problems and get the job donewhether at your desk or in the field!Get fast facts to:Plan, deploy, and configure SQL Server 2008Administer server and surface security, access, and network configurationImport, export, transform, and replicate dataUse SQL Server Management Studio for core administrative tasksManipulate schemas, tables, indexes, and viewsAutomate maintenance and implement policy-based managementMonitor server activity and tune performanceManage log shipping and database mirroringPerform backups and recovery