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Microsoft® SQL Server® 2014 Service Pack 2 (SP2) LocalDB (SqlLocalDB)
Microsoft® SQL Server® 2014 Express is a powerful and reliable free data management system that delivers a rich and reliable data store for lightweight Web…
Version 12.0.5000.0 · by Microsoft®
Official site: microsoft.com
About Microsoft® SQL Server® 2014 Service Pack 2 (SP2) LocalDB (SqlLocalDB)
LocalDB is a lightweight version of Express that has all its programmability features, yet runs in user mode and has a fast, zero-configuration installation and short list of pre-requisites. Use this if you need a simple way to create and work with databases from code. It can be bundled with Application and Database Development tools like Visual Studio and or embedded with an application that needs local databases.
How to install Microsoft® SQL Server® 2014 Service Pack 2 (SP2) LocalDB (SqlLocalDB)
- Click Download — the developer's official website opens in a new tab.
- Download the latest version there and run it. Choose Custom/Advanced where offered, and skip any bundled extras.
- Prefer the command line? With Chocolatey you can install and update it with: choco install microsoft-sql-server-2014-service-pack-2-sp2-localdb-sqllocaldb
- Open Microsoft® SQL Server® 2014 Service Pack 2 (SP2) LocalDB (SqlLocalDB) once it finishes installing.
Frequently asked questions
Is Microsoft® SQL Server® 2014 Service Pack 2 (SP2) LocalDB (SqlLocalDB) free to download?
Yes. The Download button sends you to microsoft.com, the developer's official site, where Microsoft® SQL Server® 2014 Service Pack 2 (SP2) LocalDB (SqlLocalDB) is available to download. Grabware doesn't host or modify any files.
What is the latest version of Microsoft® SQL Server® 2014 Service Pack 2 (SP2) LocalDB (SqlLocalDB)?
The version listed here is 12.0.5000.0, published /Date(1487. The developer's site always has the newest release.
How do I install Microsoft® SQL Server® 2014 Service Pack 2 (SP2) LocalDB (SqlLocalDB) from the command line?
With Chocolatey, run: choco install microsoft-sql-server-2014-service-pack-2-sp2-localdb-sqllocaldb. This installs it from the official source and keeps it updated.
Is Microsoft® SQL Server® 2014 Service Pack 2 (SP2) LocalDB (SqlLocalDB) safe?
Microsoft® SQL Server® 2014 Service Pack 2 (SP2) LocalDB (SqlLocalDB) downloads directly from the developer. As always, scan the installer with your antivirus and choose Custom setup to skip any bundled extras.
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