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What is tempdb contention and how do you resolve it?
Updated May 17, 2026
Short answer
tempdb contention occurs when multiple processes compete for tempdb resources.
Deep explanation
Common causes include heavy use of temp tables, version store usage, and allocation page contention (PFS, GAM, SGAM). SQL Server mitigates this with multiple data files and improved allocation algorithms.
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