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 Create Index vs Create Statistics

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scottpt
Posting Yak Master

186 Posts

Posted - 2005-05-16 : 15:10:51
When would you use Create Statistics over an index?

derrickleggett
Pointy Haired Yak DBA

4184 Posts

Posted - 2005-05-16 : 21:20:28
When you have missing statistics, but either don't need an index, or already have one. ???? Normally, it's better to let SQL Server create statistics where it thinks appropriate.

MeanOldDBA
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When life gives you a lemon, fire the DBA.
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