ASP.NET Core MVC - Cross-Platform Development - Alternative - Install SQL Server on Docker (Any Operating System)

The video tutorial explains how to use Docker as an alternative to virtual machines for running SQL Server on non-Windows systems. It covers the installation of Docker, pulling SQL Server images, and running them in Docker containers. The tutorial also demonstrates connecting to SQL Server using Azure Data Studio, a cross-platform tool, and highlights differences between Management Studio and Data Studio.

What is one solution for running Windows-only software on a Mac or Linux machine?

• Using a virtual machine

• Installing Windows directly

• Using a dual-boot setup

• Running a compatibility layer

What is Docker primarily used for in this context?

• Managing databases

• Developing web applications

• Simulating environments with containers

• Creating virtual machines

Which command is used to verify Docker installation?

• docker

• docker verify

• docker check

• docker run

What is the purpose of the 'docker pull' command?

• To start a Docker container

• To stop a Docker container

• To download a Docker image

• To update Docker

Why is it necessary to specify an SA password when running SQL Server in Docker?

• To allow remote access

• To enable Windows authentication

• To comply with Docker's security policies

• Because Docker containers do not use OS-level authentication

What can you do with Docker containers in the Docker UI?

• Only start them

• Only stop them

• Start, stop, and inspect them

• Only delete them

What is Azure Data Studio?

• A command-line interface for SQL Server

• A Windows-only database management tool

• A cross-platform database tool

• A cloud-based database service

Which authentication method is used to connect to SQL Server in Azure Data Studio?

• Kerberos

• OAuth

• SQL login

• Windows authentication

What is a key difference between Azure Data Studio and SQL Server Management Studio?

• Azure Data Studio requires scripting for some tasks

• SQL Server Management Studio cannot connect to Docker containers

• SQL Server Management Studio is cloud-based

• Azure Data Studio is only for Windows

What does the container's OS version indicate when using Docker?

• The SQL Server version

• The simulated environment's OS

• The Docker version

• The host machine's OS