✓ Use when
For Microsoft-centric organizations, ERP databases (Dynamics), or when you need integrated BI stack.
✗ Avoid when
For cloud-first (use Azure SQL or cloud data warehouses) or if cost is concern (PostgreSQL is free).
What is Microsoft SQL Server?
SQL Server provides enterprise-grade relational database with business intelligence, analytics, and reporting capabilities. Deep Microsoft integration.
Key features
✓Enterprise reliability
✓SSRS (reporting)
✓SSIS (integration)
✓SSAS (analytics)
✓Always On availability
✓Azure integration
Integrations
Microsoft ecosystemPower BIAzure
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