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dbForge Studio for SQL Server Express vs Windows Deployment Services

A side-by-side look at dbForge Studio for SQL Server Express and Windows Deployment Services. For an in-depth review of either product, follow the links below.

dbForge Studio for SQL Server Express

dbForge Studio for SQL Server Express

Development

dbForge Studio for SQL Server Express is a free IDE and SQL tools platform for developing SQL Server databases. It includes an SQL editor, data management tools, query builders, and more to improve productivity.

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Windows Deployment Services

Windows Deployment Services

Network & Admin

Windows Deployment Services (WDS) is a server role in Windows Server that enables the rapid deployment of Windows operating systems over a network. It works by using PXE boot to allow client devices to boot and install Windows over the network rather than from a CD or USB drive.

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