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 Fixed-length char vs uniqueidentifier

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inrsence
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Posted - 2001-08-27 : 11:50:39
Hello,

I am tryign to piece together a security system and am now considering using GUIDs in the scheme. I was trying to figure out, however, the reason to use a uniqueidentifier data type as opposed to a fixed-length character.

Does anyone have any thoughts on this matter? Any performance numbers that are relevant?

Any input would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks,
Greg
   

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