Because MySQL is such a popular database, I thought it would be a great data source to use as an illustration. This will also refresh your memory on how to set MySQL up for remote connections ...

To test a SQL database connection, you'll need at least four pieces of information: the user name password, database name and endpoint (such as a DNS name or IP address). For this article, we're only ...

This module is available for free in the PowerShell Gallery by running Install-Module SQLServer. Once you have this module downloaded and installed, it's time to get started. To test a SQL database ...