Microsoft SQL Server 2016 Standard is built to deliver scalability, performance, and security for small and medium-sized businesses, as well as departmental applications in larger organizations. This edition offers a balanced mix of essential database features without the advanced enterprise-only options, making it a cost-effective solution for organizations looking to run business-critical workloads.
The Standard edition supports basic database services, reporting, analytics, and integration tools, enabling organizations to store, process, and visualize data efficiently. With basic availability groups and database mirroring, it provides improved reliability and disaster recovery for everyday business needs.
SQL Server 2016 Standard also benefits from in-memory technologies for faster performance and includes Row-Level Security, Dynamic Data Masking, and Always Encrypted features to safeguard sensitive information. In addition, its seamless integration with Microsoft Azure enables hybrid-cloud scenarios, offering flexibility in scaling and disaster recovery.
This edition is licensed either by Server + CAL (Client Access License) or per-core, giving businesses the flexibility to choose the licensing model that best suits their environment and user requirements.
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⚡ Optimized Performance – In-Memory OLTP and Columnstore for faster query execution.
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???? Strong Data Security – Includes Always Encrypted, Row-Level Security, and Dynamic Data Masking.
☁️ Hybrid-Cloud Ready – Integration with Microsoft Azure for backup and recovery.
????️ High Availability – Basic Availability Groups and database mirroring for reliable operations.
???? Scalable Database Platform – Designed to support SMBs and departmental workloads with room to grow.
???? Who Is It For?
???? Small to Medium Businesses (SMBs) – Needing a reliable database system at a lower cost.
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???????? IT Teams & Developers – Looking for an affordable yet powerful data platform.
☁️ Organizations Exploring Cloud Integration – That want hybrid capabilities with Azure.
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