Database
The latest Database coverage — news, analysis, and updates from the WindowsNews.AI desk.
Microsoft Ships SSMS 22 Preview 1 with Unified Settings, Theming, and AI-Driven IntelliSense
Microsoft dropped a long-awaited update to its flagship database management tool this week, unveiling SSMS 22 Preview 1 with a raft of user interface enhancements and deep hooks into the upcoming SQL...
Inside California's Urgent Hunt for Cybersecurity, Database, and IT Architecture Leaders
Three high-profile public-sector IT recruitments announced in early September 2025—at the California Department of Technology (CDT), the Franchise Tax Board (FTB), and the Superior Court of Santa...
How to Fix "An Unexpected Error Occurred in the WSUS Snap-in" on Windows Server
When an error message reading "An unexpected error occurred in the WSUS Snap-in" appears on a Windows Server, it often signals a storm brewing beneath seemingly calm admin waters. For IT...
Oracle TNS Flaw CVE-2025-30733: Memory Leak Exposes Sensitive Data Over Network Without Authentication
Oracle's April 2025 Critical Patch Update fixes a startling memory leak in the Transparent Network Substrate (TNS) listener that can spill sensitive system data to unauthenticated remote users....
Devart's dbForge 7.1 Launches Full Support for SQL Server 2025 and SSMS 21 Preview
Introduction In April 2025, Devart, a prominent developer of database management software, announced the release of dbForge Tools for SQL Server version 7.1. This update introduces full compatibility...
SQL Server 2019 Web Edition launches with scalable, cost-effective database for web workloads
Introduction SQL Server 2019 Web Edition has rapidly garnered attention among web application developers and IT decision-makers who seek a relational database that balances affordability,...
Transitioning from Azure Data Studio to Visual Studio Code: A Comprehensive Guide for Windows Users
Introduction Microsoft has announced the retirement of Azure Data Studio (ADS), effective February 28, 2026. This strategic move aims to consolidate SQL development tools, encouraging users to...
Oracle Exadata X11M clocks 2.4M transactions per minute, targeting AWS and Azure cloud dominance.
Oracle has fired a major salvo in the cloud wars with the launch of its Exadata X11M platform, positioning it as a direct competitor to AWS and Azure for high-performance database workloads. The new...
Enhancements in the Latest MSSQL Extension for Visual Studio Code
Microsoft has recently unveiled a significant update to the MSSQL extension for Visual Studio Code (VS Code), introducing a suite of features designed to enhance the SQL Server development...
Benchmarking SQL Server 2019 on Server 2019: IQP & ADR Cost Analysis
Introduction Microsoft SQL Server 2019, when deployed on Windows Server 2019, offers a robust and scalable database solution tailored for enterprises managing both traditional relational databases...
SQL Server 2019 Big Data Clusters Launch with Enhanced Security and AI
Microsoft SQL Server 2019: Pros, Cons, and Key Features Microsoft SQL Server 2019 represents a significant leap forward in enterprise database solutions, offering enhanced performance, security, and...