What's the difference between (not equal) and !=(not equal) operator?

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When we use operators with where clause in sql server then what's the best way to use not equal operators(<> OR !=)

Posted 18-Oct-13 20:44pm

Naveen Kumar Tiwari

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codestar007 · Answer 1 · 2013-10-18T20:47:00

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Hope it will clarify..

Posted 18-Oct-13 20:47pm

codestar007

OriginalGriff · Answer 2 · 2013-10-18T20:51:00

Performance wise there is no difference, so it's largely a matter of style.
However, Access 2010 only supports "<>", not "!=" so for compatability, it would be better to avoid "!=".

But...I use "!=" because I find it more readable, and consistent with teh programming languages I use and am used to reading.

Up to you: as long as you pick one and stick with it, you will be fine.