Thursday 20 September 2012

Thought about Spatial Database -- SQL Server 2008 R2 +

The spatial database is the most important component in any GIS system. Remember, the data depends on it.

A good spatial databases must perform complex spatial request efficiently and that is just what SQL Server is able to do!

If you are using a Microsoft stack, it could very well be a good idea to store your spatial data on SQL Server.

SQL Server 2008 R2 is Microsoft database solution and it now supports geospatial types and indexing. Even though SQL Server 2008 R2 come at some licensing cost, it could be the best choice for your infrastructure if your infrastructure is built on Microsoft technology.

SQL Server 2008 R2 provies comprehensive spatial support that enables developers to create location-aware applications for businesses and consumers.

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