As of July 13, SQL Server 2016 no longer has mainstream support. Your next steps as a DBA include understanding Microsoft's support model, knowing the risks of upgrading and then biting the ...

Microsoft today announced that its next SQL Server version will hit general availability status on June 1.

SQL Server 2016 provides real-time insights across your transactional and analytical data, from advanced analytics to unparalleled in-memory performance.

With SQL Server 2005 support discontinued, here’s a clear strategy for making a smooth transition to a newer SQL version.

As part of the SQL Server 2016 launch event, Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella announced a commercial database promotion that provides customers with free licenses if you are running a competitor’s ...

New business-friendly BI capabilities make a compelling case for a SQL Server 2014 upgrade.

Also, Microsoft reckons SQL Server 2014 users will notice a big speed boost when they upgrade to SQL 2016.

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Maybe more importantly, though, these speed gains also mean SQL Server 2016 will allow for real-time analytics instead of having to use a dedicated data warehousing solution.