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SQL Server 2017 brings the power of SQL Server to Windows, Linux and Docker containers for the first time ever, enabling developers to build intelligent applications using their preferred language and environment. Experience industry-leading performance, rest assured with innovative security features, transform your business with AI built-in, and deliver insights wherever your users are with mobile BI.

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SQL Server 2017 brings the power of SQL Server to Windows, Linux and Docker containers for the first time ever, enabling developers to build intelligent applications using their preferred language and environment. Experience industry-leading performance, rest assured with innovative security features, transform your business with AI built-in, and deliver insights wherever your users are with mobile BI.

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Mahadi  M.
MM
Executive - IT
Information Technology and Services
Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)
"The Database for developing enterprise level applications."
What do you like best about Microsoft SQL Server?

Creating a database from scratch is very easy in ms sql server. We just have to download it from website and we are good to implement a application. We can also integrate it with various developing tools hassle free. I have to use every day microsoft sql server for mantaining our hospital HIS and also for generating reports. It's community is fantastic. We can get any kind of support within a short period of time. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Microsoft SQL Server?

The new users might find the uder interface complex. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Jaivir S.
JS
Lead Software Engineer
Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)
"SQL : A good data server solution"
What do you like best about Microsoft SQL Server?

I have used SQL server with many applications over the years and the best part I like is its integration with all standard applications. Sharing of SQL scripts is very easy. Connections with multiple databases are also easy. I've most recently used it with tableau and it works almost seemlessly. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Microsoft SQL Server?

Not a lot that I dislike but it does require some skills to maneuver around this product. That's why we have separate DBA's. I would love to see something like a GUI for SQL server just like data analytics software. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Charles-Antoine B.
CB
Automation Engineer
Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)
"Excellent product"
What do you like best about Microsoft SQL Server?

Intuitive DBMS on top of a well built SQL database. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Microsoft SQL Server?

Nothing in particular seems to be lacking. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Saranya K.
SK
Analyst
Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)
"SQL Server Review"
What do you like best about Microsoft SQL Server?

Data Management and Data storage. Can access and store the data easily Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Microsoft SQL Server?

Takes much time to export the large data Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

DP
Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)
"A Convenient & Reliable Database Server from Microsoft"
What do you like best about Microsoft SQL Server?

The most I like about it is the ease of use, reliability and implementation.

It performs pretty well under heavy load and ensures quick execution with minimal downtime. This is crucial for our business on day to day basis.

Ease of intergration with Azure portal is also very simple and able to meet our requirements.

Security is one of the fetaures I love about this tool. Our set of web applications are configured with Microsoft SQL Server and frequency of use is on everyday.

Online support is very good and can be relied on. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Microsoft SQL Server?

I feel licensing cost is on the higher side. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Verified User in Hospital & Health Care
AH
Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)
"MSSQL Good for beginner and expert users"
What do you like best about Microsoft SQL Server?

I really like MS SQL, I'm using this tool for more then 10 years Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Microsoft SQL Server?

Need to grab some cool feature from tood. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Ashutosh S.
AS
Consultant
Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)
"Old is the New Gold"
What do you like best about Microsoft SQL Server?

My personal favourites are:

1) Azure Data Studio support which brings the power of the cloud anywhere you wish to use it any number of times (for high-frequency users)

2) Integration Service that intelligently assists data migration and makes integration easy is a big plus. Also, the customer support is fantastic and the implementation guides are lucid. All of this makes it easy to use Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Microsoft SQL Server?

The limitation is that it can be used only on the Windows platform. The costly enterprise edition becomes an issue at times Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Vinoth K.
VK
Senior Logistics Engineer
Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)
"Review about SQL after long term user experience"
What do you like best about Microsoft SQL Server?

Great tool for database and data manipulation for data analysis Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Microsoft SQL Server?

Limitations in running speed for large datasets Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

MA
L2 support engineer
Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
"Review on Microsoft SQL server"
What do you like best about Microsoft SQL Server?

It is a powerful DBMS which can process high amount of data with ease. Provides a very good user interface and very much user friendly. Faster response time. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Microsoft SQL Server?

For microsoft products, cost is a disadvatage most of the times. Another disadvantage could be the fact that it can only be used in windows platform. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Alfonso José A.
AA
Profesor Particular de Violoncello
Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
"Microsoft SQL Server review"
What do you like best about Microsoft SQL Server?

Microsoft SQL Server is a powerhouse for handling data. It can take on massive amounts of info, and it's like a speed demon with its parallel processing mojo. If you're dealing with a ton of data, this is like having a superhero in your tech toolkit to keep things running smoothly. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Microsoft SQL Server?

Windows-centric systems may restrict adaptability and mobility for organizations employing various operating systems. For SQL Server, frequent software updates and upgrades are crucial to uphold security and performance. This can prove labor-intensive and resource-demanding, particularly for organizations managing extensive and intricate database deployments. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

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Time to Implement

3 months

Return on Investment

18 months

Average Discount

14%

Perceived Cost

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