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The document provides an overview of SQL Server backup methods, including full, differential, and transaction log backups, essential for data protection and recovery. It emphasizes the importance of regular backups for database recovery and business continuity. An example command for performing a backup is also included.

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Sq l Backup Overview

The document provides an overview of SQL Server backup methods, including full, differential, and transaction log backups, essential for data protection and recovery. It emphasizes the importance of regular backups for database recovery and business continuity. An example command for performing a backup is also included.

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SQL Server Backup: A Quick Overview

Introduction: Backing up your SQL Server databases is essential for data protection
and recovery in case of hardware failure, accidental data loss, or corruption. SQL
Server provides various methods for backing up databases, such as full,
differential, and transaction log backups.

Types of Backups:

Full Backup: Backs up the entire database. It captures the state of the
database at the time the backup was taken.

Differential Backup: Backs up only the changes made since the last full backup.

Transaction Log Backup: Backs up the transaction log, which records all changes
made to the database, allowing point-in-time recovery.

Backup Command Example:

BACKUP DATABASE MyDatabase


TO DISK = 'C:\Backup\MyDatabase.bak'
WITH INIT;

Conclusion: Regular backups are critical for database recovery and business
continuity. It’s important to plan your backup strategy based on your business
needs and recovery objectives.

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