SQL Server: Natural Key Versus Surrogate Key

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Published on Tue, 15 Feb 2011 07:00:00 UT Indexed on 2011/02/17 23:31 UTC
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When designing a database to support applications you need to consider how you are going to handle primary keys. This article explores natural and surrogate keys, and discusses the pros and cons of each, allowing you to determine what makes the best sense in your environment when you are designing your databases.
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