Why MySQL?

The MySQL® database has become the world's most popular open source database because of its consistent fast performance, high reliability and ease of use. It's used on every continent -- Yes, even Antarctica! -- by individual Web developers as well as many of the world's largest and fastest-growing organizations to save time and money powering their high-volume Web sites, business-critical systems and packaged software -- including industry leaders such as Yahoo!, Alcatel-Lucent, Google, Nokia, YouTube, and Zappos.com.

Not only is MySQL the world's most popular open source database, it's also become the database of choice for a new generation of applications built on the LAMP stack (Linux, Apache, MySQL, PHP / Perl / Python.) MySQL runs on more than 20 platforms including Linux, Windows, Mac OS, Solaris, HP-UX, IBM AIX, giving you the kind of flexibility that puts you in control.

Whether you're new to database technology or an experienced developer or DBA, MySQL offers a comprehensive range of certified software, support, training and consulting to make you successful.

Below you will find valuable resources including case studies, white papers, and analyst reports that will help you implement cost-effective database solutions using MySQL.

Highlights:

MySQL Enterprise

• Session Management with MySQL »
• A Guide to Database High Availability »
• MySQL Enterprise: Enterprise-Class Open Source Software »
• What's New: MySQL Enterprise Monitor »

MySQL Embedded Database

• A Guide for ISVS and OEMs: Migrating From Microsoft Access To MySQL Embedded Server »
• MySQL: Embedded Database for ISVs »
• Guide to Choosing an Embedded Relational Database »
• Embedding Open Source BI in Mission Critical Applications: Dos and Don'ts »

MySQL Cluster

• MySQL Cluster 7.1 – Architecture & New Features
• MySQL Cluster 7.1 – Evaluation Guide
• Using MySQL Cluster for Web & eCommerce Applications
• Building a Carrier Grade Platform for Data Management with MySQL Cluster 7.1

Case Studies:

• Case Study - Friendster Scales-Out with MySQL Network
• Case Study - S2 Security Develops Security Appliance with Embedded MySQL
• Case Study - Suzuki Drives Retail Sales and Profitability with MySQL