Is Azure SQL and SQL Server same?

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Since Azure SQL is based on SQL Server, they share many similarities in functionality and compatibility. But that doesn't mean they are the same. In fact, contrary to what many think, Azure SQL is not exactly the cloud version of SQL Server because there are many fundamental differences between the two. 10 сент. 2018 г.

Is Azure SQL Database SQL Server?

Azure SQL Database is a fully managed database service, which means that Microsoft operates SQL Server for you, and ensures its availability and performance. SQL Database also includes innovative features to enhance your business continuity, such as built-in high availability.

What is the difference between Azure SQL and SQL database?

SQL virtual machines offer full administrative control over the SQL Server instance and underlying OS for migration to Azure. The most significant difference from SQL Database and SQL Managed Instance is that SQL Server on Azure Virtual Machines allows full control over the database engine.

Is Azure SQL compatible with SQL Server?

Azure fully supports running any edition of SQL Server on IaaS (VM). Combined with 'Always On' availability groups you will be able to achieve full compatibility with legacy on-premises SQL installs.

What version of SQL is Azure SQL?

VersionStatusReleaseversion 1 (latest)ReleasedJuly 12, 2019version 06-01-2016SunsetJanuary 6, 2016

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