Data Transformation Services Configuration
To use a DTSConfig file, first create and populate the file with settings. Associate the file with an SSIS package using the Package Configurations Organizer. When running the package, settings in the...
General Information
| Title | DTS Configuration File |
| Extension | .dtsConfig |
| Full Form | Data Transformation Services Configuration |
| File Type | XML Configuration File |
| Developer | Microsoft |
| MIME Type | text/xml |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store configuration |
| Additional Functions | Manage connection strings, Set variables |
| Features | XML-based, Customizable |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Structured data |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| Database Management | Yes |
| Data Integration | Yes |
| ETL Processes | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Sensitive information exposure |
| Best Practices | Encrypt content, Access control |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | With SQL Server 2005 |
| Associated With | SSIS Packages |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .xml, .dtsx, .sql |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Microsoft SQL Server |
Commercial, Trial | Windows |
 SQL Server Data Tools |
Free | Windows |
| SQL Server Integration Services |
Part of SQL Server | Windows |