If your production SQL Servers are still running 2016 (or older) you’re basically banking on inertia. Sure, it’s been stable. But that doesn’t guarantee it’ll stay safe or compliant. Microsoft shut off mainstream support for 2016 back in July 2022, and extended support ends in July 2026. Beyond that? You’re on your own for bug…
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