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Microsoft SQL Server

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# Page 43 - Reviews of Microsoft SQL Server

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AC

Anil C.  
Marketing Executive  
Marketing and Advertising  
Used the software for: 6-12 months

### "Database Tool from Microsoft SQL Server"

June 1, 2022

3.0

I used Microsoft SQL Server for my customers website to work with developer team, it is handy but it is quite expensive and hard to use if you don't understand SQL programming.

Pros

Microsoft SQL Serves has many feature inside, you can use if you are SQL developer but it might be hard to use if you are not developer, just an marketer.

Cons

Microsoft SQL Server is really expensive when you compare it with MongoDB or MySQL.

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Davesh M.  
DevOps Intern  
Computer Software  
Used the software for: 6-12 months

### "SQL Server, easy to use database solution"

February 5, 2019

5.0

Pros

I cannot attest too much about the schemas and speed of SQL Server. However, versus oracle or other database solutions, SQL server is extremely easy to use in sending queries, and backing up and restoring databases in daily operations.

Cons

Speed can sometimes be slow when controlling databases through SQL Studio

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DG

Deepak G.  
Technical Assistant  
Computer Software  
Used the software for: 6-12 months

### "One of the best platform for Storing and reading data"

December 25, 2019

4.0

It is an awesome experience to use SqlServer. It was the first database software that I work on. I have used other software as well, it will provide most of the advanced features.

Pros

SQL Server is very easy to use. It will store data at the backend. Stored data can be retrieved from it using different queries as per our requirement. It provides different options to store and retrieve data, for example, new users can start with simple queries and can learn to write more complex queries. Also, it provides features of robust and atomicity in queries.

Cons

Sometimes it is difficult to decide the whole database design initially. So if the initial design wasn't perfect then it is a little difficult and confusing to change the design later.

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Jeremy H.  
Senior IT Support Technician  
Law Enforcement  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "SQL Runs My Business"

October 24, 2018

4.0

Pros

We use SQL Server for all our back end database needs. We are able to run customized reports with a few simple commands. You don't need highly paid programmers to create / run reports for you anymore. Almost every piece of software can incorporate into SQL.

Cons

SQL Server is a memory intensive program. Make sure your server has lots of memory.

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Edward R.  
General Manager  
Internet  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "I like this tool"

January 19, 2018

4.0

I have been able to work with high volume of data without problems on transactions

Pros

I have years using this tool and i like its power and stability when works with high volume of data and transactions.

Cons

I don't like than this tool don't work in another operating systems, i think than it could be a good alternative tool for more users with another operating system.

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EB

Edward B.  
Infrastructure Engineer  
Computer & Network Security  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "SQL Server"

January 16, 2023

4.0

It does what it's mean to do, has plenty of features and ultimately just works.

Pros

SQL Server is a classic Microsoft product. It runs well on Windows, does what you expect and have a nice UI for any users or administrators that need it.

Cons

I think the main issue with any Microsoft product is the support. Thankfully there's a lot of information about SQL Server out there but getting support from Microsoft themselves can be painful.

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VR

Verified Reviewer  
Senior QA Analyst  
Computer Software  
Used the software for: 6-12 months

### "Best tool for your backend databases"

November 5, 2018

4.0

Pros

Used this for few of our projects, its easy to setup, access, send and get data with queries. Has lots of features. One of the best databases and good to be used with visual studio's other tools

Cons

sometimes gets slowed down with huge data, importing or exporting gets really messy if you have humongous data

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VR

Verified Reviewer  
Architekt rozwi¿za¿ IT - Departament Rozwoju Infrastruktury  
Information Technology and Services  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Fast, scalable and easy to manage"

January 15, 2019

5.0

Pros

Not my first choice if it's about relational databases but i really like it's stability, scalability and gui for management. If you'r from Microsoft world it's definitively database that you should chose. Right now you can even run it od linux!

Cons

If your used to open source databases like postgresql or mysql pricing could be shocking at first.

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LT

Leonardo T.  
It tech  
Telecommunications  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "excellent database"

October 8, 2019

5.0

Pros

Sql server is by far the best relational database on the market, we use it as the main database of our integration system and what I like the most about the system and its support by the company that sells it which is excellent.

Cons

What I liked least about the software is the value of its license, the company must assess the real need to acquire it instead of using a free solution.

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VR

Verified Reviewer  
help desk coordinator  
Information Technology and Services  
Used the software for: 1-2 years

### "Ease of Maintaining a Server"

August 27, 2019

5.0

Pros

Functions are all in one place \[Server Manager\], best for application use.

Cons

Windows Updates can cause issues, may need to manually update the software.

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Raj S.  
Software Developer  
Computer Software  
Used the software for: 6-12 months

### "Powerful data management platform"

March 4, 2022

5.0

Pros

The user interface is very good and Microsoft SQL Server is easy to use. There are a lot of features for migrating, cleaning and interpreting the database.

Cons

Microsoft SQL Server takes up a lot of memory because of which it can sometimes get slower during execution.

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AC

Alberto C.  
Engineer  
Telecommunications  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "The SQL database of choice for mission critical solutions"

January 9, 2019

4.0

It's been our SQL database for 2 decades, and has always proven to be very reliable

Pros

Always-on mode makes this a trully high availability database Encryption-at-rest with per-database encryption keys XML and JSON support Very high performance Distributed availability groups Very reliable Great management app (Enterprise Manager)

Cons

Distributed support is still in the early days ans is somewhat lacking

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Brandon L.  
Salesforce Developer  
Publishing  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Industry Standard "

January 9, 2019

4.0

MSSQL Server is an industry standard (obviously). I've worked with it for quite a few years. It's relatively easy to pick up and learn the ins and outs of it. There is a lot of potential with it.

Pros

For IT shops that are on the MS stack, MSSQL Server is the obvious choice. Ties in perfectly. Easy to use.

Cons

As a consultant, I think my biggest issues were dealing with version differences.

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AS

Apra S.  
Software Engineer  
Computer Software  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "About SQL Server"

March 26, 2019

5.0

Pros

\* Awesome interface for a back end developer. \* Easy to ACID property of data. \* Very easy to store data and maintain the whole application data. \* Easy access to data by using sql query. \* Easy manipulation and easy to maintain all the normalization of data base.

Cons

\* Give direct access to the cloud using sql server only. \* Sometime its difficult to maintain bulk amount of data.

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DP

Dhara P.  
Programmer/ web developer  
Computer Software  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "SQL Server Review"

October 30, 2019

5.0

Dealing with SQL server on daily basis to perform CRUD operations on data to fulfil users need.

Pros

Ease of use and Data security. I have been using SQL Server daily to create new stored procedure, write queries and multiple joins, which runs quickly and gives quality result.

Cons

SQL server licensing is quite difficult to understand and there is lack of native source control, need to use third party tools.

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JB

Jhampiert B.  
Profesor  
  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "I use SQL Server as a fundamental requirement for the start-up of the Profit Plus 2K Administrative"

June 11, 2018

4.0

Pros

What I like most about the database manager is the efficiency when executing any query to the tables that are in the array, as well as, the backups are totally efficient and the user interface very friendly

Cons

What I like the least about Sql Server is that there is no friendly version for open source or Linux systems, it only runs with total efficiency in Windows Server Systems

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JS

Jeremiah S.  
Director of Technology  
Information Technology and Services  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Great enterprise software"

September 26, 2019

5.0

We use as the driver of our websites as well as automated internal processes. It easily integrates with the 365 ecosystem and can drive PowerApps and such.

Pros

SQL Server works well for our database needs in creating multiple websites. We also can create automated processes using the built in features.

Cons

Cost may make this prohibitive as well as knowledge to setup and implement compared to some other lighter options

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VR

Verified Reviewer  
Web Programmer  
Information Technology and Services  
Used the software for: 1-2 years

### "SQL Server works as expected"

August 8, 2020

5.0

Ever since I started using sql server Yo manage and query datasets my work load has been reduced and I've been able to work more efficiently. Building relational database has become nothing tedious because sql server is very intuitive and customisable.

Pros

The interface of SQL server is quite user friendly and intuitive, making it easier to use and manage datasets. It's data recovery ability is a big plus.

Cons

There is no cons or anything to dislike about SQL server from myself or even my colleagues at my work place.

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MW

Matthew W.  
EVP of Technology  
Information Technology and Services  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Are you running Windows and in need of a database? Look no further."

March 15, 2019

5.0

We host plenty of data in SQL Server and never have to worry about it. It just works.

Pros

There's a reason this is so ubiquitous in the corporate world - it works extremely well, it's insanely powerful, and it's been around for ages. People build their whole careers around SQL!

Cons

There's definitely a learning curve, but once you've got your head wrapped around things the possibilities are endless.

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VR

Verified Reviewer  
Blended senior expert  
Telecommunications  
Used the software for: 6-12 months

### "SQL Experience"

November 11, 2022

5.0

Overall , Great Data analysis app with too much features to use and the greatest part of the story is that all of features are useful with ability to update or change your records

Pros

The most thing i liked with my short-time experience is the many many features I've got with SQL, I can easy update my records in database or even create a new database

Cons

The least thing I liked is that the app has many features so it takes longer time to learn and practice , need to be developed to be more easy

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AG

Abhisar G.  
Category Manager  
Consumer Services  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "The Industry Standard RDBMS, used by giants!"

July 19, 2022

5.0

Amazing! It was the first SQL client I learnt and used professionally.

Pros

I like that SQL Server (aka TSQL) is pretty much the industry standard. You need not learn it to work with one specific firm.

Cons

The interface and UI are little outdated.

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Amy M.  
CMO  
Security and Investigations  
Used the software for: 1-2 years

### "Stable Database storage"

April 7, 2021

4.0

Great, never slow down my work pace which is what really matters.

Pros

Microsoft SQL Server is the oldest in the market but not the slowest. SQL is quite efficent when it come to speed and the size of the DB. i do use it alot and never found any issues with it

Cons

There is nothing i can think of that makes me dislike the use of Microsoft SQL. it does what it suppose to do and quite well may i add

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DH

Dinidu H.  
Software Engineer  
Computer Software  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Comprehensive and Reliable RMS"

October 9, 2019

5.0

SQL Server is a comprehensive software that has many features, it is easy to use, and provides great value for money but it takes time to fully master it.

Pros

It has many features and tools that allow even those who have not much experience with relational databases to create tables and queries.

Cons

Its comprehensive nature can be overwhelming because it can even take years to learn how to use all of the features.

Review Source

GK

Gayanender K.  
Village level entrepreneur  
Computer Networking  
Used the software for: 1-2 years

### "Sql"

October 27, 2022

5.0

Pros

I always like this SQL and enjoy to use it as a friend.

Cons

Database is the best part of this SQL. I like it

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VR

Verified Reviewer  
Analyst  
Government Administration  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "I love MS SQL! "

October 18, 2018

5.0

As an analyst dealing with large and complex datasets, SQL is my saviour. I can quickly host, extract and analyse data without any lags ranging from transactional to survey data.

Pros

SQL forms the core of my analysis. I love the ease of setup and use. The best thing about MS SQL Server is that it is super fast and gives me the most helpful+intuitive error messages.

Cons

There is nothing about MS SQL server I do not like.

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