What is SQL Server and do I need it?

Do I need SQL Server in my computer?

And, yes, you need SQL Server to have any use for SSMS. SSMS is just a tool to talk to SQL Server. As for what SQL Server does - it does the same as MySQL: it is a relational database management system, RDBMS.

Is Microsoft SQL Server important?

Microsoft SQL Server is one of the main relational database management systems on the market that serves a wide range of software applications for business intelligence and analysis in corporate environments.

What is an SQL Server used for?

The SQL Server is a relational database management system from Microsoft. The system is designed and built is to manage and store information. The system supports various business intelligence operations, analytics operations, and transaction processing.

Do I need a server for SQL Server?

Microsoft SQL Server can run on a network, or it can function without a network.