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# Throwback Thursday: February 12, 2026
- URL: https://nolongerset.com/throwback-thursday-2026-02-13/
- Published: 2026-02-13T04:59:00.000Z
- Updated: 2026-05-08T12:48:25.000Z
- Description: In today's edition of Throwback Thursday, we review one of the most important concepts in SQL Server security: role-based access control.
- Author: Mike Wolfe
- Tags: Throwback Thursday, #Import 2026-05-20 02:59

*With over a million words scattered across more than 1,500 articles on this blog, you've probably missed a few things here.*

*That’s why each week in "Throwback Thursday," we’ll revisit some standout posts. Expect a blend of my personal favorites, insightful articles from other great minds, and a touch of coding humor to keep things light.*

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## Highlights from NoLongerSet.com

[Role-based SQL Server SecurityThere are many reasons to implement SQL Server roles even if you use Windows Authentication with Active Directory security groups.![](https://nolongerset.com/content/images/size/w256h256/2020/09/NLS_Icon_square.png)No Longer SetMike Wolfe![](https://nolongerset.com/content/images/2021/01/national-guard-2326033_1920.jpg)](https://nolongerset.com/role-based-sql-server-security/)

## Wisdom from Around the Web

[**Hardening SQL Server: A Practical Checklist for Production Environments**](https://medium.com/@syed.faysal.ali/hardening-sql-server-a-practical-checklist-for-production-environments-2caf058b1861), *by Syed Faysal Ali*

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