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SQL SERVER – 2008 – Choosing the Right Edition for Your Needs

Pinal Dave
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Enterprise
SQL Server 2008 is a comprehensive data platform that meets the high demands of enterprise online transaction processing and data warehousing applications.

Standard
SQL Server 2008 Standard is a complete data management and business intelligence platform providing best-in-class ease of use and manageability for running departmental applications.

Workgroup
Run branch locations on this reliable data management and reporting platform that provides secure remote synchronization and management capabilities.

Compact
Available as a free download, build stand-alone and occasionally connected applications for mobile devices, desktops, and Web clients on all Microsoft Windows platforms.

Express
Available as a free download, Express is ideal for learning and building desktop and small server applications and for re-distribution by ISVs.

Enterprise and Standard Feature Compare (PDF)

Compact and Express Feature Compare (PDF)

Reference : Pinal Dave (https://blog.sqlauthority.com)

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Pinal Dave is an SQL Server Performance Tuning Expert and independent consultant with over 22 years of hands-on experience. He holds a Masters of Science degree and numerous database certifications.

Pinal has authored 14 SQL Server database books and 90 Pluralsight courses. To freely share his knowledge and help others build their expertise, Pinal has also written more than 5,800 database tech articles on his blog at https://blog.sqlauthority.com.

Pinal is an experienced and dedicated professional with a deep commitment to flawless customer service. If you need help with any SQL Server Performance Tuning Issues, please feel free to reach out at pinal@sqlauthority.com.

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