Parameter Sniffing vs. Parameter Sensitive Plan Optimisation: SQL Server's Reality
SQL Server 2022 PSPO reduces parameter sniffing pain, but operational reality means manual tuning is still essential for well-performing databases.
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Remote vs. In-House vs. Managed DBA: Choosing Your SQL Server Support Model
Choosing between in-house, remote, and managed DBA support? Compare costs, coverage, and risks to find the right SQL Server model for your organisation.
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What is a Managed SQL Server DBA Service? Your Australian Business Guide
Learn what a managed SQL Server DBA service covers, what it costs in Australia, and why outsourced expertise beats hiring in-house.
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How to Fix a Very Large MSDB Database in SQL Server: A Practical Cleanup Guide
Discover why MSDB balloons to 50GB or more and how to reduce it to under 100MB using built-in SQL Server stored procedures and retention policies.
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SQL Server 2022 CU27 Released - Key Fixes and What You Need to Know
SQL Server 2022 CU27 (build 16.0.4295.3) delivers 41 fixes including critical security hardening, corruption prevention, and HA improvements. Here is what Australian DBAs need to act on.
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SQL Server 2025 CU9 Released - 44 Fixes Including Critical Security Patches
SQL Server 2025 CU9 (build 17.0.5005.3, released 15 September 2026) contains 44 fixes, including security hardening for a TDS buffer overflow that could crash the SQL Server process. Test it, then schedule it into your next maintenance window.
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SQL Server Health Check Cost in Australia: What to Expect and What Affects the Price
SQL Server health checks in Australia range from $495 to $2,499 per instance. Here is what affects the price and what you should expect from a proper assessment.
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Top SQL Server DBA Services in Australia: What to Look For in a Provider
Not all SQL Server DBA providers are equal. Here is what Australian businesses should demand from a managed database services partner.
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SQL Server Security Updates, September 2026: Every Supported Version Patched This Month
Every supported SQL Server version (2017, 2019, 2022 and 2025) received security updates on 8 September 2026, as both CU and GDR builds, fixing flaws in SQL Server Agent, PolyBase, the VSS Writer, managed backup and the WMI provider. Apply the package for your servicing branch.
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24/7 SQL Server Monitoring in Australia: What It Covers and How It Works
Continuous SQL Server monitoring in Australia combines automated surveillance with on-call DBA expertise, covering performance, availability, and security around the clock.
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Microsoft Copilot for SQL Query Optimisation: A 2026 Guide for DBAs
Microsoft Copilot can cut SQL query diagnosis time by 40-60% in 2026 - here is what DBAs need to know to use it effectively.
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What Does Managed DBA Services Cost in Australia? 2025 Pricing Guide
Managed DBA services in Australia range from $999 to $8,000+/month - far less than the $180,000-$230,000 true cost of an in-house SQL Server DBA.
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