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Published April 25, 2024

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Why migrate Windows Server and SQL Server to Azure: ROI, innovation, and free offers

Learn more on how we’re connecting with customers talking about the value of migration.

Published August 11, 2022

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Microsoft Purview access policies for SQL Server 2022

The focus of this article is on using Microsoft Purview to enable access to user data as well as specific system metadata in SQL Server 2022.

Published February 10, 2022

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Meet us at SQLBits 2022 and level up as a data professional

We are excited to be the premium sponsor at this year’s SQLBits 2022, March 8 – 12, in-person in London and virtually.

Published November 8, 2021

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PASS Data Community Summit keynote: a bridge to a new universe

It is almost time for PASS Data Community Summit 2021, a free online conference for the Microsoft data platform professional.

Published November 2, 2021

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Announcing SQL Server 2022 preview: Azure-enabled with continued performance and security innovation

Today we are announcing the preview of SQL Server 2022, the most Azure-enabled release of SQL Server yet.

Published August 30, 2021

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Move SQL Server licenses without Software Assurance to Azure

Azure offers unique benefits that no other cloud provider can match including dual-use rights, Azure Hybrid Benefit, and unlimited virtualization.

Published September 22, 2020

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Real-time data intelligence and security at the edge with Azure SQL Edge

Today we introduce the availability of Azure SQL Edge, a real-time data engine, optimized for IoT workloads and backed by the security and performance of the same engine that powers SQL Server and Azure SQL. Azure SQL Edge is a small-footprint container that enables localized IoT solutions for edge servers, gateways, and devices by offering data streaming, storage, and analytics in connected or disconnected environments.

Published May 23, 2019

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Advanced data security for SQL Server is coming to Azure Virtual Machines

This post was written by Michael Makhlevich Our customers have asked for this and we’ve been listening – advanced data security is now available for SQL Server on Azure Virtual Machines! Using just a few simple steps, you can now protect your SQL Server installations on Azure VMs with Microsoft’s advanced data security capabilities.

Published December 17, 2018

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Confidential computing using Always Encrypted with secure enclaves in SQL Server 2019 preview

SQL Server 2019 preview brings encryption technology to a broader set of scenarios by enabling rich confidential computing capabilities with the enhanced Always Encrypted feature, Always Encrypted with secure enclaves.

Published September 26, 2018

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SQL Server 2019: Celebrating 25 years of SQL Server Database Engine and the path forward

This post is authored by Amit Banerjee, Principal PM Manager, SQL Server and Bob Ward, Principal Architect, Microsoft SQL Server Data Services. SQL Server has provided enterprises the capability to manage all facets of their relational data. Over the years, we have increasingly seen a convergence for the need of combining heterogenous sets of relational and non-relational data to meet the needs of business scenarios.

Published July 6, 2018

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SQL Server 2008 and 2008 R2 are reaching end of support. What’s next?

SQL Server 2008 and 2008 R2 have had a tremendous run. But all good things come to an end, right? On July 9, 2019, Microsoft will end Extended Support, which means no more updates or support of any kind, potentially leaving you vulnerable to security and compliance issues.

Published June 25, 2018

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Securing your data with Azure SQL Database

The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) is now in effect as of May 25th, 2018. GDPR has significant implications on the use and management of your customers’ personal data. Considerations of privacy, security, data management, and marketing practices are all top of mind. With nearly 160 new GDPR requirements, it’s clear that cloud technology can help accelerate your path to GDPR compliance.

Topic: Data Security

Why migrate Windows Server and SQL Server to Azure: ROI, innovation, and free offers

Microsoft Purview access policies for SQL Server 2022

Meet us at SQLBits 2022 and level up as a data professional

PASS Data Community Summit keynote: a bridge to a new universe

Announcing SQL Server 2022 preview: Azure-enabled with continued performance and security innovation

Move SQL Server licenses without Software Assurance to Azure

Real-time data intelligence and security at the edge with Azure SQL Edge

Advanced data security for SQL Server is coming to Azure Virtual Machines

Confidential computing using Always Encrypted with secure enclaves in SQL Server 2019 preview

SQL Server 2019: Celebrating 25 years of SQL Server Database Engine and the path forward

SQL Server 2008 and 2008 R2 are reaching end of support. What’s next?

Securing your data with Azure SQL Database

Explore SQL Server 2022