Comparing MySQL and PostgreSQL 2

Mr. Jax writes "6 years ago Mr Poet submitted the story Comparing MySQL and PostgreSQL. Since then both databases have evolved to wherever they are today. Are the points raised 6 years ago still valid? What has changed? Are there other things to consider since then (e.g. licensing)?" This is certainly a valid question since both databases have had to evolve with the times. Have these applications been specialized to fit a particular niche market or are they both still strong competitors? What does the horizon look like for the development of these programs, especially considering the recent MySQL partnership with SCO?

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Re:Get off it ScuttleMonkey

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Well that is the real problem with the zealot GNU People they are just as bad as the religious right. SCO is against the GNU especially Linux, MySQL is a business who produces GNU products. SCO wanted to give MySQL money for products and services, MySQL being a company who has to pay for their expenses and employees and make a profit. MySQL doesn't need to agree with all of SCOs policies and to them SCO's Tiff with IBM and Linux are none of their business. It is just like the argument between evolution. Just because there is a topic that people don't want to agree with, Random vs. Divine intervention they will decide to toss out everything and classify it as evil. I think if you people want to argue about all the problems with religion you should also see how you are handling issues like GNU usage, and making lines on who are the bad guy and the good guy.