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September 3, 2007

Exploring SQL Server Transaction Logs with SQL Log Rescue

Have you ever made a mistake in your SQL Server database and wished you could go back in time to undo it? Or maybe you need to recover deleted data or track changes for compliance purposes. If so, then SQL Log Rescue is the tool for you.

SQL Log Rescue, developed by Red Gate, is a powerful tool that allows you to view and recover data from SQL Server transaction logs. Whether you need to recover from a mistake, retrieve important financial data, or comply with regulatory requirements, SQL Log Rescue has got you covered.

Using SQL Log Rescue is simple. After installing the tool, you can connect to your SQL Server and select the database you want to work with. The tool scans the transaction logs and presents the information as a series of transactions. You can browse through the transactions, view row history, recover deleted data, undo updated data, and even recover dropped or truncated tables.

One of the key features of SQL Log Rescue is the ability to generate undo and redo scripts. These scripts allow you to roll back or reapply specific transactions, giving you complete control over your data. The tool also keeps track of possible issues, such as triggers, foreign keys, and cascading deletes, ensuring the integrity of your database during the recovery process.

Another useful feature of SQL Log Rescue is the ability to search through the transaction logs. This makes it easy to find specific data that you want to remove or recover.

While SQL Log Rescue is a powerful tool, it does have some limitations. The initial scan and load of the transaction logs can be slow, especially for large databases. Additionally, the tool requires either native SQL Server backups or backups created using Red Gate’s SQL Backup tool.

Despite these limitations, SQL Log Rescue is a must-have tool for any SQL Server DBA. It provides a simple and intuitive interface, powerful recovery capabilities, and excellent value for the price. Whether you need to recover from a mistake or comply with regulatory requirements, SQL Log Rescue has got you covered.

For more information about SQL Log Rescue and to purchase a license, visit the Red Gate website.

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