Overview
This section covers the best recovery model for the master database.
Explanation
The master database ships in simple recovery model, and that is generally acceptable. Since the data rarely changes and the database is backed up daily, adding point-in-time recovery is not necessary.

Eric has been a SQL Server DBA and Architect in the legal, software, transportation, and insurance industries for over 10 years. Currently he is the Sr Data Architect for Squire Patton Boggs, a leading provider of legal services with 47 offices in 20 countries.
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