Aug 27, 2024 · Use these resources to learn how to use SQL Server and Windows performance and activity monitoring tools to assess how a server is performing.

Sep 4, 2025 · Learn about SQL Server monitoring and tuning tools and how to choose the right one depending on the type of monitoring and the events to monitor.

Nov 18, 2025 · Learn about monitoring databases to assess server performance, using periodic snapshots and gathering data continuously to track performance trends.

Aug 27, 2024 · If you are running Microsoft Windows server operating system, use the Performance Monitor graphical tool to measure the performance of SQL Server. You can view SQL Server …

Nov 25, 2025 · Learn how to use Activity Monitor in SQL Server Management Studio to display information about SQL Server processes and how these processes affect the current instance of …

Nov 18, 2025 · Query Store provides insight on query plan choice and performance for SQL Server, Azure SQL Database, Azure SQL Managed Instance, and Azure Synapse Analytics. Query Store …

Aug 27, 2024 · To monitor any component of SQL Server effectively: Determine your monitoring goals. Select the appropriate tool. Identify components to monitor. Select metrics for those components. …

Nov 25, 2025 · Learn how to open Activity Monitor in SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS). Activity Monitor queries the monitored instance to obtain information to display.

May 28, 2025 · Learn about SQL Server Monitor. See how to use its Replication Monitor and Database Mirroring Monitor modules. View permissions that are required for its use.

Sep 8, 2025 · This dashboard was designed to visually provide fast insight into the performance state of SQL Server and Azure SQL Managed Instance. The Performance Dashboard helps to quickly …