: Latest versions support Always Encrypted , Azure Active Directory authentication , and native vector data types for AI workloads.

: Download from the official Microsoft Learn page. Choose the installer that matches your architecture (x64, x86, or ARM64).

: Available for major distributions like Ubuntu, Debian, Red Hat, and Alpine through the Microsoft package repository . Why You Need an ODBC Driver

If you are looking to , you are likely trying to bridge the gap between your local application and a remote database. The Microsoft ODBC Driver for SQL Server is the gold standard for this, acting as a translation layer that allows tools like Excel, Power BI, and custom Python or C++ apps to communicate with SQL Server databases. Quick Download Links