Azure SQL Database
Azure SQL Database, introduced in 2010, is a fully managed relational database service built on Microsoft SQL Server. It offers scalability, high availability, and built-in intelligence to optimize performance. It supports advanced security features like Advanced Threat Protection and encryption.
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Azure SQL Database is a fully managed relational database service provided by Microsoft Azure, designed to simplify the setup, management, and scaling of databases in the cloud. Launched in 2010, it offers a wide range of features that automate many of the administrative tasks associated with managing a database, such as patching, backups, and monitoring. Built on the Microsoft SQL Server engine, Azure SQL Database provides high compatibility with existing SQL Server applications and tools, making it an ideal choice for migrating on-premises databases to the cloud.
This service supports a variety of modern application development needs, including the ability to process relational and non-relational structures, integration with Azure Active Directory for authentication, and advanced security features such as Transparent Data Encryption (TDE), Always Encrypted, and Threat Detection. It is designed to provide high availability, built-in intelligence that optimizes performance and durability, and scalable compute and storage options. This makes Azure SQL Database suitable for a broad range of applications, from small projects to large-scale, critical workloads, providing developers and businesses with a highly secure, scalable, and performant database solution in the cloud.