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Asked: 2026-05-12T20:51:58+00:00

Hello I am creating a windows application that will be installed in 10 computers

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Hello I am creating a windows application that will be installed in 10 computers that will access the same database thru Entity Framework.

I was wondering what’s better:

  1. Spread the queries into packets (i.e. load contact then attach the included navigation properties – [DataContext.Contacts.Include(“Phone”]).
  2. Load everything in one query rather then splitting it out in individual queries.
  3. You name it.

BTW I have a query that its trace string produced over 500 lines of sql, im doubting, maybe i should waive user-exprience for performance since performance is also a part of u.e.

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    Load everything in one query rather
    then splitting it out in individual
    queries.

    This will normally be superior. You’re usually better off writing chunkier queries than chatty ones. Fewer calls have less overhead – you need to obtain fewer connections, deal with less latency, etc..

    Does the database server have to support other applications? For most business software applications, SQL server won’t even break a sweat servicing ten clients – particularly performing basic entity lookups. It won’t even really know you’re there unless it’s installed on a 486SX.

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