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To set up SSL/TLS encryption between an iPaaS platform and Azure Synapse Analytics, you need to make sure the connection is secure.
First, check that your iPaaS platform supports SSL/TLS encryption. Then, create an Azure Synapse Analytics workspace with either a serverless or dedicated SQL pool. Get the SSL/TLS certificate from the Azure portal by going to your Synapse workspace, clicking on the “Overview” tab, and copying the “ODBC” connection string, which includes the SSL/TLS certificate information. In your iPaaS platform, create a new connection to Azure Synapse Analytics, entering the server name, database name, username, and password. Enable SSL/TLS encryption and use the SSL/TLS certificate you obtained. Adjust any other SSL/TLS settings as needed.
Serverless vs. Dedicated SQL Pool Configuration
When connecting to a serverless SQL pool, include the Encrypt=True parameter in the connection string. The serverless SQL pool uses a default SSL/TLS certificate that Azure Synapse Analytics automatically generates, so you don’t need to provide a custom certificate. For dedicated SQL pools, also include the Encrypt=True parameter in the connection string. You can use either a custom SSL/TLS certificate or the default certificate generated by Azure Synapse Analytics. If you choose to use a custom certificate, upload it to the Azure Synapse Analytics workspace and configure the dedicated SQL pool to use it.
Differences Between Serverless and Dedicated SQL Pools
Serverless SQL Pool
Usage: Best for on-demand querying of data stored in Azure Data Lake without needing to set up resources in advance.
Configuration: No need to manage compute resources. Just connect using the serverless SQL endpoint.
Cost: Pay-per-query model, which can be cost-effective for infrequent queries.
Dedicated SQL Pool
Usage: Ideal for high-performance, large-scale data warehousing with provisioned resources.
Configuration: Requires managing compute resources and scaling based on workload.
Cost: Fixed cost based on the provisioned resources, which can be more predictable for consistent workloads.
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