When I (along with many other people) had a lot of trouble trying to install SQL Server Management Studio in an attempt to switch from the SQL Server 2008 R2 evaluation to the free Express version, I ...

There are lots of ways to create MSSQL databases via PowerShell. We could invoke a T-SQL query using the CREATE DATABASE term, we could write some code to use the [Create() method with SMO] or, if ...

I've been working with SQL Server for over 20 years now, Generally, I limit my tools to the things I might expect to find in a given client environment. My toolbox typically includes the tools that ...

PowerShell is a scripting language and an automation and configuration management framework built on the Microsoft .NET Framework. PowerShell is installed by default on Windows Server 2016 and Windows ...

Update: Microsoft has released out-of-band updates to address this issue on April 20. Microsoft is investigating an issue causing this month's KB5082063 security update to fail to install on some ...

Nearly every major product family needs immediate patching, from Windows to Office to Microsoft Edge, SQL Server, and even Microsoft Developer Tools.

Microsoft has released out-of-band (OOB) updates to fix issues affecting Windows Server systems after installing the April 2026 security updates. As Microsoft confirmed last week, some admins may ...

A script is just a collection of commands saved into a text file (using the special .ps1 extension) that PowerShell understands and executes in sequence to perform different actions. In this post, we ...

SMS blasters, npm supply chain hits, and unpatched Windows flaws. Stay ahead of new phishing kits and exposed servers.

Installing new fonts in Windows 11 is quick and straightforward. Whether you’re working on a design project or just want more typography options, Windows supports multiple ways to add new fonts to ...

If you're upgrading to a new iPhone 17 or installing the latest operating system, you'll save yourself a lot of trouble by making a good backup first. Here's how to do it. Jeff Carlson writes about ...

Compare plans tailored to your car & budget. Upgrading or repairing your car stereo can range from a simple do-it-yourself (DIY) task to a substantial investment, depending on your needs. Whether ...