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May 3, 2023

Enhancing SQL Server Performance with Compression Best Practices

When it comes to managing database systems, performance is paramount. As databases grow in size due to increasing amounts of data, it is crucial for database administrators and developers to find ways to optimize storage and improve system response times. One effective strategy for achieving these goals in Microsoft SQL Server environments is through the use of data compression. In this article, we’ll explore the best practices for enhancing SQL Server performance with compression and provide a deep dive into how it can help you to maximize efficiency and speed in your database operations.

Understanding SQL Server Compression

SQL Server provides several types of data compression that can be applied to tables, indexes, and partitions. These are:

Row-level compression – makes data records smaller by using variable length storage of fixed data types and removing space padding.
Page-level compression – includes row-level compression techniques and further reduces storage requirements by eliminating redundant data within a page.
Backup compression – decreases the size of backups by compressing the backup data itself.

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