What is Microsoft SQL Server?
SQL Server is a versatile and comprehensive data management solution that empowers organizations to handle structured, semi-structured, and unstructured data within a single database. Its capabilities extend beyond traditional relational database management, offering a wide range of features to support data-driven decision-making
Highlights
- Cross-platform compatibility: SQL Server 2017 introduces support for Windows, Linux, and Docker containers, enabling developers to build intelligent applications using their preferred language and environment
- Scalable data storage: SQL Server Express Edition provides a free, lightweight, and embeddable version that can manage up to 10 GB of data, making it suitable for small-scale deployments
- Unified data platform: SQL Server integrates seamlessly with Azure SQL Database, Azure Cosmos DB, MySQL, and other data environments, allowing administrators to manage and monitor data across various sources
- Advanced data analytics: SQL Server offers robust ETL (Extract, Transform, Load) capabilities, enabling users to extract data from multiple sources, create custom workflows, and perform data transformations for reporting and analysis.
Features
Relational Database
Database Server