Jan 2, 2025 · Each version of SQL Server is backed by a minimum of 10 years support, which includes five years in mainstream support, and five years in extended support: Mainstream …

May 15, 2024 · Understanding the distinction between Mainstream and Extended Support can help you make informed decisions about your SQL Server environment. It’s about balancing …

Nov 11, 2020 · Extended Support: During the extended support, Microsoft still provides all security updates. However, unlike mainstream support, product design change or new feature …

Jan 15, 2019 · Q: So what is the difference between Mainstream and Extended Support? Think of Mainstream support as “normal”. In other words, mainstream support means Microsoft …

What is the difference between Mainstream and Extended Support? To see a table that outlines the support phases for the Fixed Policy, see the Fixed Lifecycle Policy. Who can receive …

Mar 4, 2025 · Microsoft’s decision to retire SQL Server 2019’s mainstream support marks a strategic pivot in its product lifecycle. Mainstream support, which typically offers a full suite of …

Dec 19, 2022 · Mainstream support includes functional, performance, scalability and security updates. Extended support includes only security updates. End of support (also sometimes …

Microsoft offers a minimum of 10 years of support for SQL Server products. Mainstream Support is provided for 5 years or for 2 years after the successor product is released, whichever is longer.

The biggest difference between mainstream and extended support is that during the extended support period the only true support that occurs for the product is security fixes (which very …

Jan 7, 2015 · Mainstream support—Microsoft will offer mainstream support for a minimum of 5 years from the date of a product's general availability, or for 2 years after the successor …