Do I need a gateway for SQL?

[grupomacarena]

I'm working with some data stored in a SQL database (not in my computer) and in Google Sheets. Do I still need a gateway for that?

Computer is not always turned on. I don't want to leave it turned on everytime I need to refresh the reports.

Thanks in advance!

[ibarrau · Accepted solution]

Hi. Where is this SQL Database hosted? the need of the gateways depends on source and on hosting. If your database is on Azure you probably don't need one, but if the database is on a local server on premise then you must use a gateway. You can use a VM/PC that has networks connectivity to the database to keep it turned on all day instead of using your PC.

I hope that helps,