We asked two open-source experts to identify reasons IT managers should—and shouldn't—reach for MySQL. Here's why and when to give it the thumbs down.

MySQL has become perhaps the most visible player in the open source database market. With revenues now at $20 million annually, the company is eyeing a greater enterprise presence with its ...

MySQL also distributes a user-friendly database management tool named MySQL Workbench. Download it from MySQL's website to use the program to perform data modeling, system administration and a ...

Usage of the open-source MySQL database is set to decline if Oracle succeeds in buying the software’s owner, Sun Microsystems, according to new data released by analyst firm The 451 Group on Friday.

Can I Use Mysql For My Business? A standalone version of MySQL can be used as a product in a commercial environment since it is open source. As long as you run mySQL on a web server, you may use it ...

Open-source database company MySQL launched a certification program Wednesday to assure that programmers and others are proficient with the software. Certification programs help pave the way for ...

Sun's software lineup now includes Java, MySQL, OpenSolaris and GlassFish. The company can now pair MySQL with Solaris and could fill out its roster with other targeted acquisitions.