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Validate Primary Key and Index Selection

I have a table that will store transaction data from store sales registers, I have read quite a bit on index and key choice and below is what I have concluded is the best option but I am new to this ...
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How do I create a rule for a Primary Key

I am using SQL Server 2005 and I need to create a primary key with an alpha character and 3 numbers together: p001 b201 I know I need to create a rule and bind that rule to the primary ...
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Need Help Troubleshooting Sql Server 2005 Deadlock Scenario

I am running into a deadlock scenario where the only participants in the deadlock appear to be a single table and a single stored procedure that deletes from that table. I drew that conclusion based ...
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Why would i get a duplicate write error of auto-generated primary key?

Hi I'm not a DBA so forgive my ignorance. I don't have access to administrator tools etc. However, I do know that we have a live server which is approaching capacity ie 80%-90% full perhaps. What is ...
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Is there any tangible difference between a unique clustered index and a clustered primary key?

I understand that there may be a difference in meaning or intent between the two, but are there any behavioral or performance differences between a clustered primary key and a clustered unique index?
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Is there any benefit of a primary key that comprises all columns of the table?

I have a table with four columns that are all non-nullable, and the data is such that all four are needed to distinguish a unique record. This means that if I were to make a primary key, it would need ...