SQL Server Wait Types are important factors to consider while analyzing performance problems of SQL Server databases. If you notice a particular wait type is occurring too often or for too long, it indicates a problem in most cases.

There are several dozens of different wait types and it is quite important that every Database Administrator understand them well. Luckily, star blogger Pinal Dave (@pinaldave | blog.sqlauthority.com) has written a long series of blog posts on various wait types. What I found very interesting about this series is the way each wait type is explained. Just like every other post on his blog, every post in this series is quite easy to understand and straight to the point.

I strongly believe that this series is a ‘must-read’ piece for every SQL Server Database Administrator and Developer. So start right now: SQL SERVER – Summary of Month – Wait Type