With its fast performance, high reliability, ease of use and dramatic cost savings, MySQL is the world's most popular open source database and is the safe alternative to proprietary database software. MySQL Enterprise powers a range of applications - from business-critical transactional systems, to online ecommerce, data warehousing, reporting and analytics systems.

Ultimate Scalability

The database for online applications

Proven Record

11 million active installations and over 60,000 downloads per day

Easy to Get Started

Download and install in under 15 minutes

Lowest TCO

80% of the features at 10% of the cost

MySQL Community Forums

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Sun Developer Network (SDN)

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MySQL Meetup Groups

Come to a local MySQL Meetup - meet users and developers, discuss the world's most popular open source database, get great tips and share new ideas.

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