Can Sql Server 2008 Run on Windows Server 2012?
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Only SQL Server 2008 R2 Service Pack 2 (SP2) is certified to run on Windows Server 2012 R2. Since the base install doesn’t come with the service update, I’ll have to go through the installation process with the occasional bumps and later on apply the service pack.

Is SQL Server 2008 still supported?

Mainstream support for SQL Server 2008 and SQL Server 2008 R2 ended on July 8, 2014. … Microsoft will continue to provide technical support, including security updates, for both SQL Server 2008 and SQL Server 2008 R2 until July 9, 2019—when extended support ends.

What is the difference between SQL Server 2008 and 2012?

SQL server 2012 has unlimited concurrent connections. The SQL Server 2008 uses 27 bit bit precision for spatial calculations. SQL Server 2008 is code named as Katmai. … The Full Text Search in SQL Server 2012 has been enhanced by allowing us to search and index data stored in extended properties or metadata.

Maya Lin-Takahashi

Maya Lin-Takahashi

Consumer Tech & Gadget Reviewer

Maya is a hardware enthusiast who tests and reviews smart home devices, smartphones, wearables, and audio gear. She focuses on practical consumer value and build quality.

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