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034 | Databases in Detail: MySQL — The Versatile Relational Leader

2025-06-26

#databases #DB #MySQL #SQL #relational #web development #LAMP #e-commerce #blogs

Following our overview of database types, it’s time to take a closer look at one of the most well-known and widely used players in the relational world — MySQL. Over the years, MySQL has become the de facto standard for web applications and is an integral part of the famous LAMP stack (Linux, Apache, MySQL, PHP/Python/Perl).

What is MySQL?

MySQL is a free and open-source (with a commercial version available from Oracle) relational database management system (RDBMS). It was created in the mid-1990s and quickly gained popularity due to its simplicity, speed, and reliability — especially for web applications. MySQL stores data in structured tables and uses SQL (Structured Query Language) to perform operations such as creating, reading, updating, and deleting data.

033 | Database Servers: Your Digital Archive and Application Brain — Overview of Types and Use Cases

2025-06-25

#databases #DB #SQL #NoSQL #MySQL #PostgreSQL #SQLite #Redis #MongoDB #relational #non-relational #key-value #document #columnar #graph #ACID #BASE

In today’s digital world, where every click, purchase, or message generates data, there’s a pressing need for efficient storage, management, and fast access. That’s exactly what database servers are for. They are the invisible but essential foundation of any dynamic application — from simple blogs and e-commerce platforms to complex enterprise systems, financial tools, and AI solutions.

What is a Database (DB) and Why Do You Need One?

A database (DB) is an organized collection of information, structured in a way that makes it easy to access, manage, and update. A database server is a software system that provides access and management services for one or more databases.