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Is SQL Server free in Azure?

Last updated on September 25, 2022 @ 12:06 pm

SQL Server is a powerful and popular relational database management system (RDBMS) that is available in Azure. The Azure SQL Database service provides a fully managed, cloud-based RDBMS that is free to use for up to four cores and 20GB of storage per core.

PRO TIP: While Microsoft Azure does offer a managed relational database service called Azure SQL Database, it is not free. There is a usage-based fee for storing and accessing data in Azure SQL Database, and additional charges for optional features like long-term backup storage and high availability.

The Azure SQL Database service also offers a number of features, such as automatic scaling and automatic backup and restore, that make it a powerful RDBMS solution for small and mid-sized businesses.

Overall, SQL Server is a powerful and popular RDBMS that is available in Azure.

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