Keeping your DBMS software up-to-date can be a significant job. The typical release cycle for DBMS software is every 18 to 36 months for major releases, with constant bug fixes and maintenance updates ...

Nearly all database professionals surveyed by Percona said their organizations still run database versions past official ...

In-memory database management systems (DBMSes) are growing in popularity and there are many different options from which to choose. The basic defining characteristic of an in-memory DBMS is that it's ...

When purchasing a DBMS, it's wise to evaluate RDBMS options first, as they're practicable across a wide variety of use cases. Their sound theoretical foundation helps protect and ensure ongoing access ...

Database management system (DBMS) configuration tuning is an essential aspect of any data-intensive application effort. But it is historically difficult because DBMSs have hundreds of configuration ...