Microsoft has released SQL Server 2016 for general availability. The announcement on the SQL Server Blog boasts its new and improved feature set including simplified analytics, leading benchmarks, performance improvements, unmatched security, and unmatched value.
You can learn more about SQL Server 2016 from its product page, including a free ebook that covers ‘Introducing Microsoft SQL Server 2016’.
As part of general availability, the download was posted on the Microsoft Volume Licensing Service Center with different editions and licensing structures, including:
SQL Server 2016 Enterprise Edition – Per Core
SQL Server Enterprise delivers comprehensive high-end datacenter capabilities for demanding database and business intelligence requirements. Learn more about the SQL Server 2016 product editions and features at www.microsoft.com/sqlserver
SQL Server 2016 Enterprise Edition – Server/CAL
SQL Server 2016 Standard Edition – Per Core
SQL Server Standard provides core data management and business intelligence capabilities for non-critical workloads with minimal IT resources. Learn more about the SQL Server 2016 product editions and features at www.microsoft.com/sqlserver.
SQL Server 2016 Standard Edition – Server/CAL
SQL Server 2016 Web Edition – Per Core
SQL Server Web edition is designed to support internet-facing workloads and enables organizations to rapidly deploy web pages, applications, websites and services. Available via SPLA only. Learn more about the SQL Server 2016 product editions and features at www.microsoft.com/sqlserver.