The MySQL database is fully SQL standard and ACID-compliant making it suitable for a wide range of corporate applications including business-critical transaction systems, online eCommerce, high-volume web sites, data warehousing, reporting and analytics. With the latest version of MySQL 5.0, it's easier than ever for MySQL to co-exist with your existing relational databases using replication.
MySQL has developed a comprehensive Mig-4 migration methodology as well as a graphical tool, the MySQL Migration Suite, which assist in migrating schemas and data from leading databases including Oracle, SQL Server, Access and others.
The following resources are provide to help with migration efforts.
Migration Jumpstart Service
In this five-day engagement, a dedicated, on-site MySQL certified consultant will work closely with your team to jumpstart your migration to MySQL from Oracle, Sybase, Microsoft SQL Server, DB2, Informix, and other proprietary databases. Learn More >>
MySQL Migration Toolkit
Ease your migration to MySQL with the Migration Toolkit, a powerful yet easy-to-use tool that allows you to migrate complex databases in minutes.
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Now that comprehensive support is provided, the major difference between MySQL and its big name competition is a functionality difference that is diminishing with each new release of the product and a price difference that weighs heavily in MySQL’s favor… At the end of the day, the MySQL value proposition is simple - it provides excellent value for the money.
- Hurwitz Associates
