As SQL Server 2016 approaches end of support in July 2026, a look back at its groundbreaking innovations reveals how it reshaped Microsoft's data platform and why it's time to move forward.

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The MS in Business Analytics (MSBA) program at Leeds School of Business equips you to become an expert who can analyze and translate data into actionable insights. By mastering digital innovation ...