Databases

[Cheeseboy]

Hi, I will be making my first database today I want to start with a good program that will work with most everything i throw at it. I have Access, but i am a linux user as well. I know that theres always just as good or equal programs that can be used to make a database. What do you guys use the most and what would benefit me as well?

Thanks !!!

[Aradon]

Frankly, I like MySQL. A lot of open source projects use it as well as some basic applications as well. The syntax is nice as well, but there are a few limitations (I forget where exactly, I think in triggers or something).

[lansing]

I would say use MySQL as it is widely used & easy to learn.

[Phill]

What is the purpose of the database?

I'd go with the others and suggest MySQL unless there is something specific you want.

You might also want to look into phpMyAdmin if you're running Linux and have Apache / PHP on it -- it makes the administration of MySQL much easier :)