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Microsoft SQL Server Management Studio vs ProxySQL: What are the differences?
Key Differences between Microsoft SQL Server Management Studio and ProxySQL
Microsoft SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS) and ProxySQL are both powerful tools used in managing SQL servers. However, they have some key differences that set them apart.
- Functionality:
SSMS is a comprehensive tool provided by Microsoft for managing SQL Server instances. It allows for tasks such as database design and creation, querying and scripting, and performance tuning. On the other hand, ProxySQL is a high-performance SQL proxy server that sits between client applications and database servers, providing features such as query routing, load balancing, and caching.
- Deployment and Scalability:
While SSMS is primarily installed on the client machine and connects directly to SQL Server instances, ProxySQL is typically installed on a separate machine and acts as an intermediary between the clients and database servers. This architecture allows for better scalability and centralized management of database connections.
- Query Optimization:
SSMS provides tools for query optimization, such as the Query Execution Plan visualizer, which helps identify bottlenecks and suggests improvements. ProxySQL, on the other hand, offers query routing capabilities, allowing it to direct queries to the least loaded database server, thus optimizing performance and resource utilization.
- High Availability:
SSMS supports high availability features of SQL Server, such as database mirroring and Always On Availability Groups. It allows for seamless failover and data redundancy in case of server failures. ProxySQL, although not providing high availability directly, can be used in conjunction with clustering technologies to achieve similar results.
- Managing Multiple Databases:
SSMS allows for the management of multiple SQL Server databases and instances within a single user interface. It provides tools for organizing and navigating through different databases, making it convenient for administrators. ProxySQL, on the other hand, is designed to manage connections and queries across multiple database servers, focusing on load balancing and performance optimization rather than individual database management.
- Security:
SSMS provides various security features, including user authentication and encryption options, to ensure the privacy and integrity of data. ProxySQL, although not directly involved in security measures, can be used in combination with other tools and techniques (e.g., SSL/TLS encryption, IP whitelisting) to ensure secure communication between clients and database servers.
In summary, Microsoft SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS) is a comprehensive tool for managing SQL Server instances, offering a wide range of functionalities, while ProxySQL is a specialized SQL proxy server, focusing on query routing, load balancing, and scalability across multiple database servers.
I am looking to build an azure database that connects to my power bi application. Initially, I attempted to create an Azure SQL database, then realized I needed to have SQL Server Management Service in order to manage and connect between Azure SQL <=> Power BI, but since I am on a Mac, I had to use the complex installation as a workaround.
If MySQL Workbench can solve this (as the product is available on Mac), I am more than happy to proceed with this approach if it can achieve the same goal of connecting an azure database with my Power BI application
What I am trying to achieve is fairly simple: have an online cloud database that connects to my Power BI application
I am open to any other solutions as well
Thank you
As others have noted, MySQL Workbench cannot be used instead of Microsoft SQL Manager to manage Azure SQL (MS-SQL Server, I hate that Microsoft uses generic category names for their products).
If you're considering switching to MySQL (Possibly using Azure MySQL managed database), then please not that unlike MS-SQL Server, you do not need the MySQL Workbench to connect your application to MysQL: just use the correct driver for your stack, and you're all set (if your stack is using the .Net platform, use MySQL Connector/NET from: https://dev.mysql.com/downloads/connector/net/ ).
If you do want to use a graphical interface to maintain your MySQL database, then MySQL Workbench is a great choice, but you are not limited to it - as others have mentioned, there is a plethora of competing graphical database management tools that would work just as well with MySQL - one of the advantages of choosing MySQL for your stack is the huge eco-system that is built around it.
Hello Could you give us a better idea of what Data Base Management System (DBMS) you are using at Azure? MySQL Workbench and Microsoft SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS) are tools developed to exclusively manage MySQL and SQL Server, respectively. If you need to manage multiple DBMS's from a single tool, I sugget you try DBeaver. There are also another alternatives: HeidiSQL, phpMyAdmin, etc. Regarding the DBMS itself, I suggest you stick with SQL Server. In my opinion it's more stable and has more features than MySQL - especially in the Standard and Enterprise editions. Regards, Lawrence
As far as I know, MySQL Workbench doesn't handle Microsoft connections, including Azure, you should try Microsoft solutions such as MS VS Code.
Hi Aashwiin, Looking at your stack (https://stackshare.io/aashwiin82347/my-stack), it seems you are using Azure SQL Databases. I'll infer this is Microsoft SQL Server. Therefore, it certainly makes sense you stick with some of the official Microsoft Tooling to connect to it, query and administer it. You'd only be looking at MySQL Query Workbench, if you were running and connecting to a MySQL Database. - That said, could Azure MySQL (https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/azure/mysql/overview) be an option for you a this point? MySQL offers great performance. I have been running it at various companies (under AWS/RDS and AWS/Aurora) and have no reason to switch over to anything else. - Decision making-wise, how much do your want your local sql/mysql client to influence/weigh in your architecture/technology decisions, though? This can be a slippery slope. - Alternatively, other clients exist, such as "Table Plus" and allow you to connect, on Mac, to a variety of database servers, including SQL Server. It might be worth giving it a try.
Microsoft provides an application known as Azure Data Studio that runs on Windows, Mac and Linux machines. It provides the ability to manage an Azure SQL database, as well as connecting to standard SQL Server databases. https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/sql/azure-data-studio/what-is?view=sql-server-ver15
