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SQL Server 2016 Always Encrypted

by Thurupathan

Introduction SQL Server 2016 is yet to be released, but you can download the CTP versions. The mostly anticipated and marveled feature is Always Encrypted. Let me discuss few bits of this feature before getting into the technical side of it. I got to know this right after reading an article about Microsoft had applied … Continue reading SQL Server 2016 Always Encrypted

Installing SQL Server 2012 on Windows 8

by Thurupathan

Installing SQL Server 2012 on Windows 8 is a pain, because SQL Server 2012 needs .NET 3.5. The problem is activating .NET 3.5 in Windows 8 via Turn On/Off Windows features won’t help because .NET 3.5 is considered as an on demand installation feature. Windows Update also fail to address the need. There are good … Continue reading Installing SQL Server 2012 on Windows 8