2.3 Decide Which Database to Utilize

IMPORTANT:Database deployment recommendations are detailed in Section 2.7, Database Deployment Recommendations.

You can utilize either a PostgreSQL database or a Microsoft SQL Server database. Here are some considerations for choosing one over the other:

  • You might prefer to utilize Microsoft SQL Server if you have a Microsoft Licensing Agreement that entitles you to Microsoft SQL Server.

    File Reporter supports the Standard and Enterprise versions of SQL Server. It does not support the Web or Express editions.

  • You might prefer to utilize the PostgreSQL database if you are proficient with Linux.