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Implementing Microsoft Azure Architect Technologies: AZ-303 Exam Prep and Beyond
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Azure SQL Database managed instances provide a near-100% compatibility with the latest SQL Server on-premises (Enterprise edition) database engine. Azure will then handle all the updates and patches for your databases, such as when using PaaS services. It also provides a native virtual network (VNet) implementation that addresses common security concerns.
This allows customers to easily lift and shift their on-premises SQL databases to Azure, with minimal database and application changes. Databases can be migrated using the Database Migration Service (DMS) in Azure to a completely isolated instance, with native VNet support. Because of the isolation, this instance offers high security for your databases.
A managed instance is available in two service tiers: