Moving Databases from SQL Server to Amazon S3

In the modern data-driven business environment where massive volumes of data have to be processed for analytics, it makes sense to migrate databases to the cloud. One of the ways to do so is to migrate databases from on-premises Microsoft SQL Server to S3, the cloud-based service of AWS (Amazon Web Service).


One of the main advantages of moving databases from SQL Server to S3 is that during the process the source database remains fully functional and there is no need for downtime. This is very helpful for large organizations for whom shutting down systems even for brief periods might upset operating schedules. Further, this form of migration is also very useful for migrating database code objects including views, storing procedures, and functions as a part of database migration.

Data migration to S3 can be carried out regardless of the size of the SQL Server and can validate the target database during the replication of data from the source to the target. A lot of time is thereby saved that would have otherwise been taken for data validation if done separately. However, this method is applicable only when there are no limitations on SQL Server usage as a source for AWS DMS (Database Migration Service).

There are several benefits of SQL Server to S3 database migration. Being based in the cloud, S3 offers unmatched scalability and durability and unlimited storage facilities, eliminating the need for businesses to invest in additional hardware and software whenever there is a sharp rise in demand for storage capabilities. This is why this data movement is preferred by most businesses today.

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