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SQL Server 2012 Native Client is a programming interface to access data stored in Microsoft SQL Server 2012 databases. It is part of the Microsoft Data Access Components (MDAC) stack and is used for enabling client-side applications to interact with the data stored in SQL Server databases.
SQL Server 2012 Native Client includes a variety of features that simplify the job of accessing and manipulating data stored in SQL Server databases. These features include:
Secure Connection: SQL Server 2012 Native Client provides secure client-server communication using the latest encryption and authentication protocols.
Native Database Connectivity: SQL Server 2012 Native Client provides native database connectivity to SQL Server databases, allowing programs to access a database without having to install any additional drivers.
High Performance: SQL Server 2012 Native Client is designed to maximize performance when accessing data stored in SQL Server databases. It takes advantage of the latest multi-core processor technology to maximize data throughput.
Data Access Components: SQL Server 2012 Native Client includes the Data Access Components (DAC) which are used to access data stored in SQL Server databases. These components include ODBC, OLE DB, ADO.NET, and SQLXML.
Data Transformation Services (DTS): SQL Server 2012 Native Client includes the Data Transformation Services (DTS) which are used to transform data stored in SQL Server databases. These components include Data Transformation Services (DTS), Data Conversion Services (DCS), and SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS).
Integration with .NET Framework: SQL Server 2012 Native Client is fully integrated with the Microsoft .NET Framework, allowing developers to easily create applications that access data stored in SQL Server databases.
Integrated Security: SQL Server 2012 Native Client includes integrated security features to protect data stored in SQL Server databases. It supports both Windows authentication and SQL Server authentication.
SQL Server Management Studio: SQL Server 2012 Native Client includes the SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS), which provides a graphical interface for managing and configuring SQL Server databases.
Data Access Tools: SQL Server 2012 Native Client includes a variety of data access tools which can be used to create, modify, and query data stored in SQL Server databases. These tools include SQL Server Query Analyzer, SQL Server Profiler, and SQL Server Management Objects (SMO).
SQL Server Business Intelligence Development Studio (BIDS): SQL Server 2012 Native Client includes the SQL Server Business Intelligence Development Studio (BIDS), which is used to create and manage data warehouses, data marts, and cubes.
SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS): SQL Server 2012 Native Client includes the SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS), which is used to create and deliver reports based on data stored in SQL Server databases.
SQL Server Analysis Services (SSAS): SQL Server 2012 Native Client includes the SQL Server Analysis Services (SSAS), which is used to create and analyze data stored in SQL Server databases.
Data Mining: SQL Server 2012 Native Client includes the Data Mining Services (DMS), which is used to discover patterns and relationships in data stored in SQL Server databases.
SQL Server Replication Services (SRS): SQL Server 2012 Native Client includes the SQL Server Replication Services (SRS), which is used to replicate data between multiple SQL Server databases.
SQL Server Backup and Recovery Services (BRSS): SQL Server 2012 Native Client includes the SQL Server Backup and Recovery Services (BRSS), which is used to back up and restore data stored in SQL Server databases.
SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS): SQL Server 2012 Native Client includes the SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS), which is used to integrate data stored in SQL Server databases with other data sources.
Microsoft SQL Server 2012 Native Client provides powerful features to simplify the job of accessing and manipulating data stored in SQL Server databases. It is a must-have software for developers who need to build applications that access data stored in SQL Server databases.
The Microsoft SQL Server 2012 Native Client provides improved performance and scalability for applications.