Sometimes when you open SSMS for the first time, you might encounter an error regarding running scripts on your system. This is usually a Windows security policy setting.
: Search for "SQL Server Management Studio" in your Windows Start menu and launch the app. Connect to Server :
SSMS is free to download and use; it is a standalone product that does not require a separate license from the SQL Server engine itself. System Requirements for Installation
: You can typically leave the installation path as the default. Click the Install button to begin the process.