SQL Server Database Engine

The Database Engine is the heart of SQL Server and provides a robust, scalable platform for all other features.

SQL Server delivers:

High Availability

Microsoft SQL Server 2008 'Always On' technology provides a full range of options to minimize downtime and maintain appropriate levels of application availability.

Manageability

Microsoft SQL Server provides a policy-based system for managing one or more instances of SQL Server, along with tools for performance monitoring, troubleshooting, and tuning that enable administrators to more efficiently manage their databases and SQL Server instances.

Programmability

Microsoft SQL Server 2008 enables developers to build powerful, next-generation database applications with the .NET Framework and Visual Studio Team System.

Security

Microsoft SQL Server 2008 offers security feature enhancements that help provide effective management of security feature configuration, strong authentication and access control, powerful encryption and key management capabilities, and enhanced auditing.