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Oracle to offer free database

Oracle intends to release a free version of its database, a reaction to the growing competitive pressure from low-end open-source databases. Read more »

Microsoft readies embedded database

Microsoft is set to release an embedded database for small devices, taking its first step in a plan to bring updates to its flagship SQL Server database every two to three years. Read more »

Big Blue DB2 Viper database will feature data-compression technology, code-named Venom, imported from mainframe.

Big Blue DB2 Viper database will feature data-compression technology, code-named Venom, imported from mainframe. Read more »

Database-maker Sybase reaches terabyte league

Database specialist Sybase has launched version 15 of its flagship Adaptive Server Enterprise (ASE) product in Australia, touting several new features such as the ability to support several terabytes of data. Read more »

PostgreSQL 8 is "enterprise ready"

A major new version of the open source database, which will run natively on Windows and includes various enterprise features, is set for release this month. Read more »

IBM's Venom data compression bites back costs

IBM on Monday in the United States plans to announce details of a data compression technology, code-named Venom, that the company says will lower the cost of its forthcoming database and storage hardware. Read more »

Simplify your life with PEAR classes

Most PHP Web developers have heard of PEAR, the PHP Extension and Application Repository, but very few of them actually use it on a regular basis. Here are 10 reasons to get started today. Read more »

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Using Mirrored Media Sets in SQL Server 2005

Mirrored Media Sets is a new feature in the Enterprise Edition of SQL Server 2005. It enables the creation of redundant copies of a backup file to reduce the possibility of a backup device malfunction. Here's how you make it work. Read more »

Database benchmarking

How can you separate hype from reality when evaluating database performance? Database guru Don Burleson explains some tricks vendors use to tweak their benchmark results. Read more »

Three recovery models backup your SQL Server

Backing up SQL Server is standard practice, but knowing which recovery model to use can be confusing. Use these tips to get started. Read more »

Oracle Tip: Use DBCA to clone a database

Resident Oracle columnist, Scott Stephens shows how to use DBCA to clone a database. Read more »

Backing up and restoring MySQL databases

MySQL users have at their disposal a built-in suite of advanced tools that simplify backing up and restoring databases. Here are some tips for putting them to work. Read more »

SQL Server tips: nested triggers and dump files

These SQL Server tips will help you detect when a trigger inadvertently fires other triggers and teach you to read backup info stored in the msdb. Read more »

XPath provides an easier way to select information in Jet database

In the Microsoft .NET Framework, extracting information from a Jet database can be accomplished using SQL queries or XPath. Each method has pros and cons, but you may find yourself using XPath more often as .NET becomes more prevalent. Read more »

Secure SQL Server: Identify user issues

In this article we'll explore basic methods of logins, users, roles, and groups and the possible management strategies you can use to set up user access to your database. Read more »

MySQL or SQL Server: Look beyond politics and hype

MySQL may be free, but what if money isn't the only factor? Find out how these database heavyweights stack up and how to decide which one to use. Read more »

IBM DB2 9.0 Review

DB2 9.0 has a lot for the newcomer or seasoned hand alike. Read more »

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