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SQL Server 2022 Standard + Windows Server 2022 Standard
£86.99£109.98−21%You save £22.99
LanguageEN
Operating system
Windows
WindowsLicensing1
Usage scopeBusiness
Licence durationPerpetual
Licence typeESD (electronic)
Architecture64-bit
Microsoft SQL Server 2022 Standard
EditionSoftware release year: newer versions include new features and longer support.
Media100% digital delivery: receive your key and download by email, with no physical media.
LanguageEN
Operating systemWindows
WindowsLicensing1
Usage scopeBusiness
Licence durationPerpetual
Licence typeESD (electronic)
Architecture64-bit
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Microsoft SQL Server 2022 Standard
SQL Server 2022 is the latest version of Microsoft's SQL Server product, offering a hybrid data platform built on innovative solutions for security, performance, availability, and data virtualisation.
With SQL Server 2022, organisations can accelerate application performance without modifying code, protect data integrity with blockchain, and increase scalability and availability of critical data.
Licence information
SQL Server 2022 Standard is licensed per user (Server + CAL model). Each server running SQL Server requires a server licence, and each user or device accessing it requires a Client Access License (CAL).
SQL Server 2022 Standard features
Automatic optimisation
Automatic query optimisation that adapts to workload patterns, improving performance without code changes.
Intelligent memory management
Smart memory allocation that dynamically adjusts to workload demands for optimal resource utilisation.
Advanced security
Enhanced security with Azure Defender integration, supply chain protection, and Always Encrypted with secure enclaves.
Streaming data support
Native streaming data ingestion and processing capabilities for real-time analytics and event-driven architectures.
Cloud integration
Seamless integration with Azure services for hybrid scenarios, disaster recovery, and cloud-based analytics.
Multi-platform support
Deploy on Windows, Linux, and Docker containers for maximum flexibility across your infrastructure.
Scalability
Support for more cores, automatic partitioning, and enhanced parallel query execution for growing workloads.
Big data features
Native support for Parquet file format and S3-compatible object storage for modern data lake architectures.
Microsoft SQL Server 2022 Standard
SQL Server 2022 Standard provides rich developer capabilities, enterprise-grade security, industry-leading performance, and deep integration with Azure cloud services for modern data workloads.
Most secure database in 10 years
SQL Server 2022 has been recognised as the most secure database of the last decade, with built-in security features that protect your data at every level. Always Encrypted with secure enclaves enables computations on encrypted data without exposing it, while ledger technology provides tamper-evident data integrity using blockchain principles.
- Always Encrypted with secure enclaves — perform computations on encrypted data without exposing sensitive information
- Ledger technology — tamper-evident tables with blockchain-based verification for data integrity
- Azure Defender integration — continuous vulnerability assessment and advanced threat protection
- Dynamic data masking — protect sensitive data from unauthorised access in real time
Capacity limits
SQL Server 2022 Standard provides generous capacity limits suitable for most enterprise workloads.
- Up to 4 sockets or 24 cores per instance
- Maximum database size of 524 PB
- Up to 128 GB of memory per instance
- Support for multiple concurrent user connections
Business continuity via Azure
SQL Server 2022 extends business continuity capabilities through deep Azure integration. Azure SQL Managed Instance link enables near-real-time data replication to Azure, providing disaster recovery, read-scale workloads, and seamless cloud migration without downtime.
Managed backup to Azure ensures your data is always protected with automated backup scheduling, retention policies, and point-in-time restore capabilities.
Operational data analytics
Azure Synapse Link for SQL Server 2022 enables near-real-time analytics over operational data without impacting transactional performance. This feature automatically replicates data to Azure Synapse Analytics, allowing you to run complex analytical queries alongside your operational workloads.
With built-in support for data virtualisation through PolyBase, you can query external data sources directly without moving or copying data.
Data visibility
Microsoft Purview integration provides comprehensive data governance and visibility across your SQL Server estate. Automatically discover, classify, and label sensitive data to maintain compliance and improve data security posture.
Built-in data classification and auditing capabilities help organisations meet regulatory requirements while maintaining complete visibility over their data landscape.
Industry-leading performance
SQL Server 2022 delivers industry-leading performance with intelligent query processing, parameter-sensitive plan optimisation, and enhanced tempdb management. These built-in optimisations improve query performance automatically without requiring application changes.
The Query Store improvements and degree of parallelism feedback ensure consistent, predictable performance for even the most demanding workloads.
SQL Server 2022 Standard licensing
SQL Server 2022 Standard uses the Server + CAL (Client Access License) licensing model. Each physical or virtual server running SQL Server requires a server licence, and each user or device accessing the server requires a separate CAL.
This model is ideal for organisations with a known, limited number of users or devices that need to access SQL Server. For environments with unpredictable or external user access, consider the per-core licensing model.
Product specifications
Language version:EN
Usage scope:Business
Licence type:Commercial
Product version:ESD (electronic)
Licence duration:Unlimited
Licensing:Per core
Intended use:Server application
Technical requirements
Platform:Windows Server 2019/2022
Processor:x64, 1.4 GHz minimum
RAM:4 GB minimum
Disk space:6 GB
Frequently asked questions
Is Microsoft SQL Server 2022 Standard a lifetime licence or a subscription?
It is a perpetual licence: pay £59.99 once and use it without an expiry date, annual fees or renewals.
How many servers can I use this licence on?
The licence covers 1 installation on a single server. Activating SQL Server 2022 Standard on multiple servers requires multiple licences.
How do I receive and activate SQL Server 2022 Standard after purchase?
After payment, you receive the genuine product key by email. Enter it during SQL Server 2022 Standard installation to activate the product.
Is the licence genuine and legal? Will I receive an invoice?
Yes. The licence is genuine and compliant, and we issue an invoice for every purchase.
Who is SQL Server 2022 Standard suitable for?
It is Microsoft's relational database for SMEs and businesses, handling application databases, business systems and reporting. Unlike Enterprise, Standard is suited to business requirements with limited virtualisation.
