Microsoft SQL Server (often called MS SQL) is Microsoft's database system. Like MySQL, it stores your website's data in tables, but it is designed mainly for websites and applications built with Microsoft technologies such as ASP.NET.
When should I use MS SQL?
- Your application was built for SQL Server, for example many ASP.NET or older Windows business applications.
- Your developer specifically asks for MS SQL.
When should I use MySQL instead?
Most popular website software, including WordPress, Joomla, WooCommerce and Laravel, uses MySQL/MariaDB. MySQL databases are included with our Linux hosting at no extra cost.
MS SQL databases are available with our Windows hosting. See How do I manage my Microsoft SQL database?
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