Azure SQL Services is a scalable data platform built on Microsoft SQL Server hosted on Microsoft’s infrastructure. These SQL Services allow remote storage of structured, semi-structured, and unstructured data.
The Services are accessible through standard interfaces such as SOAP and REST. The service allows for on demand scaling for your data needs and can be accessed securely through HTTPS/SSL.
Unstructured data such as photos and documents can be stored and retrieved from anywhere/anytime.