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MSSQL – Microsoft SQL Server

MSSQL (Microsoft SQL Server) is a robust, enterprise-grade relational database system developed by Microsoft. It’s often used in large industrial, corporate, or Windows-centric environments.

When to Use MSSQL

  • You are operating in a Microsoft ecosystem (Windows Server, Active Directory)
  • You require advanced security, transaction support, and data integrity
  • Your application must support high-performance querying at scale
  • You are connecting to existing MSSQL infrastructure

Pros

  • High scalability & performance for complex queries and data volumes
  • Advanced security features (encryption, roles, auditing)
  • Strong integration with Windows services and .NET environments
  • Full support for stored procedures, views, and triggers

Cons

  • Licensing costs can be high (especially Enterprise editions)
  • More complex to set up than lightweight alternatives like SQLite
  • Tends to be heavier in system resources

Typical Use Cases

  • Industrial MES systems
  • Finance and ERP backends
  • Secure data logging in regulated environments