1. SQL Server 2014 Standard Edition SQL Server 2014 Standard Edition delivers business-class data management for a wide variety of database applications, with reliable uptime, security and ease of management. Hybrid cloud capabilities help you to scale on demand, increase availability and reduce costs. And when it comes to business intelligence, it delivers faster insights into any data through familiar tools. Proven Data Platform Most widely utilized database on the planet. 1 Reliable Performance and Availability Get greater uptime and better performance from your hardware, at a low total cost of ownership. Robust Administration Easily manage, maintain, and protect your data. Security and Compliance Helps protect data across the organization with robust, configurable tools. Fewest vulnerabilities 5 years running. BUSINESS-CLASS DATA MANAGEMENT CLOUD ON YOUR TERMS FASTER INSIGHTS ACROSS DATA Easy Onramp to the Cloud Wizard for easy deployment from server to cloud, plus common architecture for code once, run anywhere. On-Demand Cloud Solutions Scale out your datacenter seamlessly and on-demand with hybrid cloud solutions. Rich Developer Tools Get the tools and connectors business class applications demand. Operational Reporting Get detailed, flexible, and up-to- the-minute analytical reports for your operations. Analytical Insight Gain new insights with analytical services that drive OLAP cubes and data marts. Integrated, Consistent Data Deliver consistent data to the business from across the organization. A Leader Gartner Magic Quadrant for Operational Database Management Systems 3 October 21, 2013 Least vulnerable database 5 years in a row (Vulnerabilities 2009-2013 2 ) 1 Market share from IDC 2013 2 National Institute of Standards and Technology Comprehensive Vulnerability Database 4/17/2013 3 Gartner does not endorse any vendor, product or service depicted in its research publications, and does not advise technology users to select only those vendors with the highest ratings. Gartner research publications consist of the opinions of Gartner's research organization and should not be construed as statements of fact. Gartner disclaims all warranties, expressed or implied, with respect to this research, including any warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose.

2. SQL Server 2014 Standard Data management that grows with your business across on-premises and cloud BUSINESS-CLASS DATA MANAGEMENT CLOUD ON YOUR TERMS FASTER INSIGHTS ACROSS YOUR DATA Most widely utilized database Robust partner ecosystem Large community of.NET developers Free management and migration tools Prioritized 24x7 problem resolution Access to advanced technical training Proven Data Platform Least vulnerable enterprise database 5 years in a row Designed for security from the ground up Active Directory Authentication Enhanced Separation of Duties Basic Auditing New Backup Encryption Security and Compliance Hardware and Software Requirements for Installing SQL Server 2014 Complete hardware and software requirements for installing SQL Server 2014 can be found at: http://msdn.microsoft.com/en-us/library/ ms143506.aspx http://msdn.microsoft.com/en-us/library/ ms143506.aspx Learn more about SQL Server 2014 http://www.microsoft.com/en-us/sqlserver/sql-server-2014.aspxhttp://www.microsoft.com/en-us/sqlserver/sql-server-2014.aspxJanuary 2014 Operational Reporting Support a wide variety of reporting needs with SQL Server Reporting Services Define data sources, create queries and report layouts, and add interactive features with Report Designer Report Builder BI client enables business users to work through the Microsoft Office environment Analytical Insight Easily stand up and manage OLAP and reporting cubes using SQL Server Analysis Services Provide a consistent view across heterogeneous data sources with the BI Semantic Model Access aggregates, custom rollups and drill-through capabilities Perform data mining using familiar Office tools with add-ins for Excel and Visio Integrated, Consistent Data Simplify data integration with SQL Server Integration Services Extract, transform and load data while minimizing code Gain near real-time insights with StreamInsight™ Connect using any industry standard APIs Varied platforms including.NET, C/C++, Java, and PHP Easy On-ramp to the Cloud Easily port existing databases ‘as is’ to a Windows Azure VM Deploy quickly with the Windows Azure Deployment Wizard Freely move DB apps across instances and servers with License Mobility Common architecture across Microsoft cloud offerings, public or private Higher database max memory limits Enables Buffer Pool Extension to SSD New Delayed Durability increases performance for non-critical workloads Scale up to 16 cores physical or virtual computing power High Availability with Database Mirroring, Log Shipping, and Failover Clustering Windows Server Core means less patching by 50-60% Reliable Performance and Availability On-demand Cloud Solutions Easy cloud-based backup and restore of SQL Server to Windows Azure Store large DBs in the cloud to support on-premises apps Span data across on-premises and the cloud with Windows Azure Data Sync Self-service provisioning and usage metering for simple cloud management View and manage on-premises and cloud databases with a single console Deploy and manage from one central console with Management Studio Automate deployment and administration with PowerShell scripting support Maintenance Plan Wizards Streamline virtualization support with Management pack for Systems Center Manage services and connectivity using Configuration Manager Robust AdministrationRich Developer Tools Build next-generation database and BI apps across on-premises and public cloud Automate with PowerShell scripting Part of Visual Studio 2012 and 2013, or free standalone SQL query edit and design tools to help ensure consistent query performance Rich content management for new XML, FILESTREAM and spatial datatypes Client Tools Analysis, Reports, Scorecards, Dashboards, Custom Apps Data Sources Databases, LOB Applications, Big Data, Odata Feeds, Spreadsheets, Text Files Data model Business logic & queries Data access BI Semantic Model On-Premises Network Windows Azure Storage in the cloud Back-up to Windows Azure Data and compute on-premises SQL Server