NetIQ AppManager ResponseTime for SQL Server provides a set of transactions that can be run from client computers to SQL servers. These transactions resemble actual SQL Server transactions and appear the same to the network components that process them. The Knowledge Scripts use these transactions to measure and monitor the availability and response time of typical SQL queries. You can deploy them from any sites served by SQL Server.
This chapter provides a brief introduction to SQL Server and an overview of important concepts and terminology. It also summarizes the key ways AppManager can help you monitor and manage your SQL Server.