Name one thing that propriatory software does that free software does not besides interoperate with propriatory software.
A lot of government software is specialized software that has no OS alternative. For example, we wrote a private-network based application to assist in the checking and registration of cargo in traffic. Others wrote the software to maintain the gigantic databases that the government has.
The government should do what any company should - pick the software that's best for them.
And I'll tell you why. MS has no interest *at all* to scan, analyze or transmit the files on your computer behind your back, without your consent.
If they did such a thing without the full knowledge of the user then all it would take is one pissed off manager at one big company to sue them for corporate espionage.
They might be evil, they might get away with a lot of shady stuff, but they're not stupid enough to risk thousands of lawsuits by sending your data to their servers without your consent, or by deliberately corrupting your data. Because they know that if they do so, someone, somewhere *will* find out.
Does it surprise you? Do you *really* think an even remotely significant userbase buys GeForce 4 class cards and then proceeds to run X and Mozilla with it?
nVidia is in the business of selling cards to PC gamers. Most gamers use windows, because that's where most of the games are.
For nVidia, it's a good thing to be in bed with MS. Because that sells cards.
Sure, knowing what they are up to helps, but $40 billion is a not to be underestimated pile of cash. And if that pile of cash wants you out of business, then you're going to have one hell of a fight with it, that's for sure.
This certainly isn't for those with 486's or 100Mhz pentiums. But if you have 2000Mhz of processing power to waste on nothing but Word and Excel XP, and it saves you a few bucks - then why not?
And unlike the Operating Systems market, the hardware market is still somewhat open. If you don't like it, then just don't buy it!
We can probably have an endless discussion about what "easy" exactly is, but I think that if you look at windows XP you'll find that it has lots of "improvements", that are supposed to make things easier for inexperienced users. And if you check up on what they want for the next windows version then you'll notice that they are trying to improve and polish their UI.
MySQL InnoDB tabletypes support foreign keys right now.
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That PHPBuilder article is so behind times. If you want to compare MySQL with recent Postgres, then please - use a recent MySQL, with InnoDB and foreign keys.
October 9, 2001:
New release: InnoDB source version 3.23.43b released for download.
As the first table type in MySQL it features foreign key constraints.
But really... there are 'database people' and poeple that need to store data for a simple website that don't give a damn about acid stuff if it costs them anything more then mysql takes in resources.
And that someone that pointed out that the speed of grep is nigh infinite.... he should try 4Gb textfiles. When you next see him, be sure to give him the troll treatment - for that's what he is.
I always get confused when I hear people say this. If this is truely the case then you'd almost always better off NOT using any type of relational database at all.
Yes there is - ease of use and consistency in a storage interface. Besides, no flat file offers the features MySQL offers in terms of data retrieval.
MySQL is a great tool for what it is - a very easy data storage and retrieval utility. I wouldn't dream of using it when I need a real enterprise level relational database, but for small websites it is just great.
Because it is fast.
Because it does the job.
Becasue it is popular and well supported by the community.
Because it is "out there", people see others using mysql and end up using the same.
I for one like MySQL. I dont need subqueries for a simple website, and I sure as hell don't need transactions for it.
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Name one thing that propriatory software does that free software does not besides interoperate with propriatory software.
A lot of government software is specialized software that has no OS alternative. For example, we wrote a private-network based application to assist in the checking and registration of cargo in traffic. Others wrote the software to maintain the gigantic databases that the government has.
The government should do what any company should - pick the software that's best for them.
Paranoid rubbish...
And I'll tell you why. MS has no interest *at all* to scan, analyze or transmit the files on your computer behind your back, without your consent.
If they did such a thing without the full knowledge of the user then all it would take is one pissed off manager at one big company to sue them for corporate espionage.
They might be evil, they might get away with a lot of shady stuff, but they're not stupid enough to risk thousands of lawsuits by sending your data to their servers without your consent, or by deliberately corrupting your data. Because they know that if they do so, someone, somewhere *will* find out.
China has a bigger military force, although not as technologically advanced.
Does it surprise you? Do you *really* think an even remotely significant userbase buys GeForce 4 class cards and then proceeds to run X and Mozilla with it?
nVidia is in the business of selling cards to PC gamers. Most gamers use windows, because that's where most of the games are.
For nVidia, it's a good thing to be in bed with MS. Because that sells cards.
Except MS has $40 *BILLION* in cash to waste.
Sure, knowing what they are up to helps, but $40 billion is a not to be underestimated pile of cash. And if that pile of cash wants you out of business, then you're going to have one hell of a fight with it, that's for sure.
I wouldn't go as far as 'terrible'.
This certainly isn't for those with 486's or 100Mhz pentiums. But if you have 2000Mhz of processing power to waste on nothing but Word and Excel XP, and it saves you a few bucks - then why not?
And unlike the Operating Systems market, the hardware market is still somewhat open. If you don't like it, then just don't buy it!
Rumor has it the bitboys are coming with something amazing too!
A release date for DNF has NEVER been set. 3DRealms official date was, is, and will be: "when it's done."
Anyone that claims anything else doesn't know what he/she is speaking about.
Spoken like a true American!
Microsoft Windows is NOT easy to use.
We can probably have an endless discussion about what "easy" exactly is, but I think that if you look at windows XP you'll find that it has lots of "improvements", that are supposed to make things easier for inexperienced users. And if you check up on what they want for the next windows version then you'll notice that they are trying to improve and polish their UI.
*sigh*
Only in America.
Obviously thinking is not your strong point :)
MySQL InnoDB tabletypes support foreign keys right now.
That PHPBuilder article is so behind times. If you want to compare MySQL with recent Postgres, then please - use a recent MySQL, with InnoDB and foreign keys.
Why would you slow down your webpage with a real DB when you can have MySQL that stores and retrieves data so much faster?
The table is obviously old. MySQL already has transactions and foreign keys - items that are also wrong in the table.
It does.
From: http://www.innodb.com/ (MySQL tabletype)
October 9, 2001:
New release: InnoDB source version 3.23.43b released for download.
As the first table type in MySQL it features foreign key constraints.
Never. Ever. Doubt. Me. Again.
But really... there are 'database people' and poeple that need to store data for a simple website that don't give a damn about acid stuff if it costs them anything more then mysql takes in resources.
And that someone that pointed out that the speed of grep is nigh infinite.... he should try 4Gb textfiles. When you next see him, be sure to give him the troll treatment - for that's what he is.
Why not use ?
Because MySQL does the job just fine. Why would I want to use Berkely DB? (Is that the same berkely db mysql supports?)
Yes there is - ease of use and consistency in a storage interface. Besides, no flat file offers the features MySQL offers in terms of data retrieval.
MySQL is a great tool for what it is - a very easy data storage and retrieval utility. I wouldn't dream of using it when I need a real enterprise level relational database, but for small websites it is just great.
It does. Is it so hard to keep up?
Because it is fast.
Because it does the job.
Becasue it is popular and well supported by the community.
Because it is "out there", people see others using mysql and end up using the same.
I for one like MySQL. I dont need subqueries for a simple website, and I sure as hell don't need transactions for it.
You just called them "programmers."
Dont.... Ever.... Do.... That.... Again.
So much for freedom of speech.
Sorry, but that you can't find great movies out there doesn't mean there aren't any. There have been some great cinematic experiences this year.
(Most of them not from hollywood though.)
[sarcasm-mode] Wow. 3 whole days. That MUST be an improvement for you. [/sarcasm-mode]
Except that the Windows XP final (corporate) has been out only for about 3-4 days.
Windows is, unfortunately, the superior desktop OS and definitely more user friendly.