Here you will find information that will help you decide what version of Microsoft SQL Server 2008 you will need to fit your needs.
Enterprise
Full featured version including both the core database engine and add-on services including SQL Server cluster abilities.
Standard
Includes the core database engine as well as stand-alone services. It differs from Enterprise edition in that it supports less number of active instances (number of nodes in a cluster) and does not include some high-availability functions such as hot-add memory (allowing memory to be added while the server is still running), and parallel indexes.
Workgroup
Includes the core database functionality but does not include the additional services.
Compact
Available as a free download, build stand-alone and occasionally connected applications for mobile devices, desktops, and Web clients on all Microsoft Windows platforms
Express
Available as a free download, Express is ideal for learning and building desktop and small server applications and for re-distribution by ISVs.
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