Microsoft SQL Server 2019 Licenses: The Intelligent Data Platform for BI & Big Data
Welcome to the category for Microsoft SQL Server 2019 – a proven, extremely powerful, and feature-rich data platform that goes far beyond traditional database management. SQL Server 2019 is the first version to deeply integrate artificial intelligence and Big Data analytics into its core, thus bridging the gap between structured and unstructured data.
Why SQL Server 2019 is a strategically smart choice:
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Big Data Clusters: Manage and analyze vast amounts of data with a scalable infrastructure that directly integrates Apache Spark and the Hadoop Distributed File System (HDFS) into SQL Server (Enterprise Edition).
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Data Virtualization with PolyBase: Query external data sources such as Oracle, Teradata, MongoDB, or other SQL Servers directly, without physically moving the data. Create a unified, virtual data layer.
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Intelligent Query Processing (IQP): Benefit from automatic performance enhancements for your database queries, often without a single code change. SQL Server 2019 learns and optimizes itself.
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Comprehensive Enterprise-Level Security: Protect your sensitive data with features like "Always Encrypted with Secure Enclaves" and detailed data classification.
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Proven Stability and Reliability: Rely on a platform that has proven itself in thousands of mission-critical environments worldwide.
Find the right SQL Server 2019 Edition:
The choice of the right edition depends on your requirements for performance, scalability, and functionality:
SQL Server 2019 Standard:
The perfect choice for small to medium-sized businesses and individual departments. It offers comprehensive database functions for typical workloads, business intelligence, and basic analytical tasks.
SQL Server 2019 Enterprise:
The ultimate edition for large enterprises and mission-critical applications with the highest demands on performance, availability, and security. Only the Enterprise Edition offers the full range of features, including Big Data Clusters, unlimited virtualization, and advanced security features.
Understanding the Licensing Model:
SQL Server 2019 is primarily licensed through two models:
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Per Core: This model is ideal for high-performance servers and virtualized environments. You license the physical or virtual processor cores of the server.
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Server + CAL (Client Access License): Suitable for servers with fewer cores and a clearly defined number of users or devices. You need a server license and additionally a CAL for each accessing user (User CAL) or device (Device CAL).
Browse our selection now and invest in a robust and intelligent data platform that will elevate your analytical capabilities to a new level.