Microsoft SQL Server 2016 Standard (2 Core)

Microsoft SQL Server 2016 Standard (2 Core) provides organizations with a flexible, performance-driven, and secure database solution for running business-critical workloads. Unlike the Server + CAL model, this per-core licensing allows unlimited users and devices to access the database without additional CAL requirements, making it ideal for medium to large environments or businesses with a high user count.

This edition offers robust data management and analytics features, including Reporting Services, Integration Services, and Analysis Services, to help businesses gain valuable insights from their data. It supports basic availability groups, database mirroring, and in-memory technologies, ensuring faster query performance, reduced downtime, and better scalability.

SQL Server 2016 Standard (2 Core) also includes advanced security capabilities such as Always Encrypted, Dynamic Data Masking, and Row-Level Security, keeping sensitive data safe and compliant. Its hybrid-cloud integration with Microsoft Azure enables organizations to back up, replicate, and scale resources efficiently.

Whether used on-premises or in hybrid cloud deployments, SQL Server 2016 Standard (2 Core) ensures affordability, flexibility, and performance, making it a trusted choice for businesses growing their data infrastructure.

???? Key Features & Benefits

⚡ Per-Core Licensing Model – Unlimited users and devices without requiring CALs.

???? Business Intelligence & Analytics – Includes Reporting Services and basic analytics features.

???? Enterprise-Grade Security – Protects sensitive data with Always Encrypted and Row-Level Security.

☁️ Hybrid Cloud Integration – Seamless backup and recovery with Microsoft Azure.

????️ High Availability – Basic Availability Groups and database mirroring for reliable uptime.

⚙️ Scalable Performance – In-Memory OLTP and Columnstore indexes improve query speeds.

???? Who Is It For?

???? Organizations with Many Users – Per-core licensing removes CAL restrictions.

???? Businesses Requiring Analytics & BI – To analyze and visualize business data effectively.

???? Industries with Sensitive Data – Banking, healthcare, and enterprises needing strict security.

☁️ Companies Moving Toward Cloud – Hybrid cloud support with Azure integration.