Microsoft announced SQL Server 2014 RTM today. Some highlights from this announcement:
“Built-in in-memory technology for faster application performance”
“In-memory transaction processing (In-Memory OLTP), speeds up an already very fast experience by delivering speed improvement of up to 30x.”
“Important to our in-memory work is our approach to build SQL Server’s In-Memory OLTP right into the box. This means our customers don’t need expensive additional software to take advantage of the technology. ”
“Hybrid cloud capabilities offer greater flexibility”
“The other key area of investment for SQL Server 2014 has been hybrid features that span the cloud and on-premises, giving customers a choice in how they deploy database solutions. Customers can easily and securely backup and recover on-premises SQL Server databases using Windows Azure. SQL Server 2014’s AlwaysOn technology was not just improved for this release, it was built to enroll Windows Azure virtual machines running SQL Server into a customers’ disaster recovery solution. “
Very excited. Can’t wait to get hands on it. It will be available on Apr. 1.