SQL Server

Backup and Restore Users on a Remote SQL Database with T-SQL and PowerShell

I’ve added a lot of skills to my tech toolbox...

Jul 23, 2015

PowerShell

Getting Started with PowerShell Profiles

Michael Simmons shows us why PowerShell profiles are useful and provides three great examples of how to use them in your everyday work.

Jun 24, 2015

SharePoint

SharePoint Site Collection Ownership Issues: Assigning Permissions to a Web Application

Often farm administrators are listed as SharePoint site collection owners in many new SharePoint implementations. Michael Simmons explains why this isn't the best idea to put into practice.

May 29, 2015

Windows Server

What is Chef?

The powerful Chef automation tool is becoming one of the more popular IT automation and management offerings. Michael Simmons takes a look and explains what all the fuss is about.

Mar 30, 2015

SQL Server

Beginning SQL Server Database Administration: Key Concepts

Michael Simmons continues his SQL Server journey by reviewing key terms and concepts, along with a primer on SQL Server Management Studio.

Feb 24, 2015

SQL Server

Getting Started with Microsoft SQL Server

Michael Simmons serves up five simple steps for getting started with SQL Server as an IT administrator in his new article series.

Feb 12, 2015