As of February 2025, the latest stable release of SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS) is version 20.2, released on July 9, 2024.
This version introduces several notable features and improvements: Always Encrypted Enhancements: SSMS 20.2 adds support for temporal tables and introduces logging capabilities in the Always Encrypted wizard to facilitate troubleshooting.
Driver Updates: The application now utilizes the latest version of the Microsoft OLE DB Driver (18.7.4), enhancing performance and compatibility.
Additionally, SSMS 20.2 has restructured its connection settings to prioritize security:
Connection Security Configuration: The encryption options have been moved from the Connection Properties tab to a new Connection Security section on the Login tab. The "Encrypt Connection" setting has been renamed to "Encryption," offering three options: Optional, Mandatory, and Strict. The "Trust Server Certificate" option has also been relocated to this section.
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