About this tag
Microsoft.Data.SqlClient is the .NET data provider for SQL Server and Azure SQL, and this tag collects WindowsForum coverage of its releases and upgrade considerations. Recent discussion centers on SqlClient 7.1.0, a generally available NuGet update that addresses IPv6 named pipes behavior and reboot-related connection reliability on .NET 8 and .NET 9, while improving data handling and client telemetry. The thread also notes a deprecation warning that does not change runtime connection behavior, and advises keeping companion packages aligned and validating the database operations applications actually use. Together these items suit developers and administrators tracking SqlClient versions, fixes, and compatibility across Windows-based .NET workloads.
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    SqlClient 7.1.0 Fixes IPv6 Named Pipes Reboots on .NET 8/9

    Microsoft.Data.SqlClient 7.1.0 is generally available, with Microsoft’s September 21 announcement bringing.NET developers a SQL Server and Azure SQL provider update focused on connection reliability, correct data handling, and clearer client telemetry, alongside a deprecation warning that does...