Free Software Tools

NOTE: The links on these pages go to third-party websites and downloads over which SGS Technology Group has no control. SGS makes no warranty that the software listed below is functional for your needs or free from malware. You are responsible for vetting the software listed below before using it.

Database Tools

Below are some free tools that are useful when working with databases:

Microsoft SQL Server 2008 Management Studio Express. This is the free version of Microsoft SQL Server Management Studio. While the Express version doesn't have as many features, it still retains the core functionality to connect to databases and execute queries and scripts.

SQuirreL SQL Client. This Java-based tool is able to connect to most JDBC- or ODBC-based data sources. It provides an object browser and a query window. Please note that the software uses JDBC drivers. A JDBC-ODBC bridge driver is included with the software for making connections to ODBC-based data sources.

• jTDS JDBC driver for SQL Server
• Microsoft JDBC driver for SQL Server

WinSQL Lite. This is a free SQL client that connects using ODBC technology.

General Utilities

Microsoft Sysinternals. This is a suite of tools developed to analyze various aspects of the Windows platform, including the file system, registry, and network.

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