SSMS 2014 is in the "Extended Support" phase. This means Microsoft no longer provides free support, non-security hotfixes, or feature updates. Security updates will continue only until July 2024. Organizations using SSMS 2014 are strongly recommended to migrate to the latest freely available version of SSMS.

SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS) 2014 is an integrated environment designed by Microsoft to configure, manage, and administer all components within Microsoft SQL Server. It combines a broad group of graphical tools with a rich script editor to provide access to SQL Server to developers and administrators of all skill levels. Key Features and Improvements

SSMS 2014 introduced the enhancements. It provides a more responsive and detailed view of system health, including:

October 26, 2023 Subject: Overview, Features, Architecture, and Lifecycle Status of SSMS 2014