There are other books covering subjects as comprehensive security strategy design and implementation; Mastering SQL Server 2000 Security fills that gap in the literature with practical, hands-on advice. Packed with indispensable design information that could create tightly secured database faster and easier to use, this book is essential reading for administrators and database developers. The authors explain how much more possible in the task of protecting corporate information by properly designing, managing, and maintaining security at the database level. From this book you will: * Learn the ins and outs of the design of SQL 2000 Server Security * Understand the differences in implementation between SQL Server Authentication and Windows Authentication * Understand the security options in SQL Server 2000 for Internet applications * Integrating security of Windows 2000 (Kerberos) into your SQL Server deployment * Master security requirements for distributed data environments, such as DTS, replication, linked servers, and data warehousing