How to use SQL Server Management Studio

Getting Started with SQL Server Management Studio :-

     SSMS(SQL Server Management Studio) is an integrated management, development, and querying application with many features for exploring and working with your databases. 

SSMS is based on the Visual Studio shell.

Shortcut to open SSMS :

• Use its shortcut on the Windows Start menu in the SQL Server 2012 subfolder.
• Enter its filename, SSMS.EXE, in a command prompt window.
• Type “SSMS” in the Search Programs and Files box.

By default, SSMS will display a  Connect to Server dialog box.Using this box you can specify

the server (or instance) name and your security credentials.