MySQL Database Servers

MySQL is the most popular Open Source SQL database management system used on the internet today.

A database is a structured collection of data. It may be anything from a simple shopping list to a picture gallery or the vast amounts of information in a corporate network. We us MySQL to add, access, and process data stored in our computer databases.

A relational database stores data in separate tables rather than putting all the data in one big storeroom. This adds speed and flexibility. The SQL part of “MySQL” stands for “Structured Query Language.” SQL is the most common standardized language used to access databases and is defined by the ANSI/ISO SQL Standard.

MySQL Server was originally developed to handle large databases much faster than existing solutions and has been successfully used in highly demanding production environments for several years.

MySQL Server offers a rich and useful set of functions. Its connectivity, speed, and security make it highly suited for accessing databases on the Internet.

You can learn more about MySQL Database Servers at the MySQL web site.

Versions and Features

We utilize MySQL version 5 on all of our database servers.