SQL Server is available to run on Linux starting with version SQL Server 2017. This makes SQL Server a viable database competitor to Oracle on Unix-based operating systems. More information about SQL Server on Linux can be found at these links:
- Available editions and supported features for 2017 and 2019
- Setup
- General information and overview
- Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
- Documentation
- Release notes
- Best Practices
- Unattended install and configuration
- Backup and restore of databases
- Active Directory (AD) authentication
- Install and connect with Docker, Red Hat, Ubuntu, or Cloud
- Linux SQL Server VM in Azure setup