Learn how to install, secure, and maintain SQL Server 2012. This course is designed to teach new database administrators how to choose the correct SQL Server edition, install it using the GUI or from the command prompt, configure services and network connections, and create and connect to databases. Author Gerry O'Brien also reviews critical backup and restore procedures.

Topics include:

Choosing the right SQL Server edition for your organization Installing SQL Server Testing the installation and connectivity Configuring SQL Server services Connecting to the network Creating and connecting to databases Backing up and restoring a database