Does Microsoft still support SQL Server 2008?

Extended Support for SQL Server 2008 and 2008 R2 will end on July 9, 2019. Extended Support for Windows Server 2008 and 2008 R2 will end on January 14, 2020.

Is SQL Server 2008 Developer Edition free?

It is quite common myth that SQL Server 2008 Developer Edition is FREE. SQL Server 2008 developer edition has same code base and same features which are available in SQL Server 2008 enterprise edition. Only difference between them is licensing terms.

How much is SQL?

SQL Server 2019 pricing

Standard – per core	$3,586	2 core pack
Standard – server	$899	Server
Standard – CAL	$209	CAL
Developer	Free	Per user
Web	See your hosting partner for pricing	Not applicable

Which SQL Server Editions are free?

SQL Server 2019 Express is a free edition of SQL Server, ideal for development and production for desktop, web, and small server applications.

What is SQL Server 2008 R2 SP2 Express?

Microsoft SQL Server 2008 R2 Express with Service Pack 2 is a free, feature-rich edition of SQL Server that is ideal for learning, developing, powering desktop, web & small server applications, and for redistribution by ISVs. Key Features Offered By SQL Server 2008 R2 SP2 Express: Supports stored procedures, triggers, functions, and views.

What is SQL Server 2008 R2 Server/CAL licensing?

Microsoft SQL Server licensing provides the option to purchase SQL Server 2008 R2 under a Server/CAL licensing model with a server operating system license and incremental Client Access Licenses (CALs), or a Per Processor license model.

What is a download manager in SQL Server 2008?

Microsoft® SQL Server® 2008 R2 SP2 – Express Edition. Generally, a download manager enables downloading of large files or multiples files in one session. Many web browsers, such as Internet Explorer 9, include a download manager. Stand-alone download managers also are available, including the Microsoft Download Manager.