Top 5 Benefits of Migrating to Azure SQL Database
Azure SQL database is a relational, managed cloud database provided as part of Microsoft Azure. It is fully managed by Microsoft so all you need to do is provide the data. Everything else - the infrastructure, security, services and maintenance - are managed by...
read moreMigrating Your Access Database to SQL Server
Microsoft Access is an excellent “step up” from a Microsoft Excel spreadsheet. It provides users with software tools to create and manage their business tasks, such as tracking inventory, payroll and customer transactions. However, there are limits to Access. As your...
read moreWhat Does it Mean to Split a Microsoft Access Database?
When you split a database, it means that you reorganize it into two files. One file is the back-end database that contains the data and tables. The other file is the front-end database that contains the queries, forms and reports. Users interact with the data by using...
read moreMicrosoft Access Table Tips – Tricks & Guidelines Part 2
Continuing our series of Tips - Tricks and Guidelines with Microsoft Access shares some additional items for this month. The ongoing articles will continue to focus on the tables within an Access database. Using tables for drop down lists? The tables within an Access...
read moreWhy You Should Limit User Access for Your Database
It can be tempting to give all employees full access to your database, but this is definitely something to avoid. The more people who have access to your data, the more at risk your data is. Just one mistake can cause you to give access to unauthorized users or those...
read more5 Practical Database Tips for Beginners
If you’re just getting started with databases, the process of creating and managing databases can feel overwhelming. By learning a few database tips and tricks, you can improve efficiency and make your life easier. You may also find it helpful to hire a database...
read moreDoes Your Business Need an HR Database?
As a business owner, you’ll want to store human resources information in a safe, secure and stable location. Human resources information is sensitive because it contains workplace complaints, disciplinary problems, drug testing, workers compensation incidents,...
read more10 Tips and Tricks to Manage an Efficient Database
Databases are very important for businesses because they communicate information, track customer profiles and monitor product inventory. With this information, you can improve efficiency, make data-driven decisions and avoid redundancy. However, your database can only...
read moreThe History of Databases
Databases are a critical part of our world. We use them without even realizing it, such as when buying something online, logging into a streaming service or checking a bank statement. The concept of a database existed long before computers were invented. The...
read moreWhat is a Flat File Database? How Does it Differ from a Relational Database?
A flat file database is a collection of data stored in a two-dimensional database. These files are stored as plain text and have no markup, separating relational data with a comma. Flat file databases are not the same as relational databases, which use multiple tables...
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