Backing up SQL Server is a standard practice, but knowing which recovery model to use can be confusing. Use these tips to get started with your backup strategy.

Organizations leverage the Simple recovery model if the data backed up is not critical, data is static or does not change often, or if loss is not a concern for the organization.

If you put your databases in Simple Recovery Model, it tells the SQL Server CHECKPOINT process to write the transactions from the T-log to the data file and after a successful write, to purge them ...

No recovery up to the point of failure as with the Full recovery model. You see, we cannot use the transaction log for recovery with the Simple recovery model.

“SQL Object Level Recovery Native is a simple tool that strengthens backup options throughout the enterprise,” says Colin Millerchip, Red Gate’s product manager for backup products.

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