The Main Features of MySQL

This section describes some of the important characteristics of the MySQL Database Software. See also Section 1.4, “MySQL Development
History”. In most respects, the roadmap applies to all versions of MySQL. For information about features as they are introduced
into MySQL on a series-specific basis, see the “In a Nutshell” section of the appropriate Manual:
• MySQL 5.0: MySQL 5.0 in a Nutshell
• MySQL 5.1: MySQL 5.1 in a Nutshell

• MySQL 5.5: MySQL 5.5 in a Nutshell

History Of Mysql

We started out with the intention of using the mSQL database system to connect to our tables using our own fast low-level (ISAM) routines. However, after some testing, we came to the conclusion that

What is MySQL?

MySQL, the most popular Open Source SQL database management system, is developed, distributed, and supported by Oracle Corporation.
The MySQL Web site (http://www.mysql.com/) provides the latest information about MySQL software. MySQL is a database management system.