For example, you might build out a Docker container that “contains” a SQL Server database engine, IIS, SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS), and all of the reports that run off of that container.

Unlike your typical desktop OS, home server operating systems are infamous for their steep learning curves, convoluted UIs, and countless terminal commands… which isn’t entirely true. Sure ...

Nasdaq, a Microsoft customer, has a database table with more than a quintillion rows, Turner said. SQL Server 2014's in-memory technology has cut query times from days to minutes, he added.

For roles other than running SQL Server, it’s worth checking the matrix of which server roles can be upgraded from Server 2012 and which will need to be migrated to new hardware running the new OS.