Introduction To MySQl

MySQL is an open-source relational database management system (RDBMS) developed by MySQL AB in 1995 and now owned by Oracle Corporation. It is based on Structured Query Language (SQL), which is used to store, manage, and retrieve data efficiently. MySQL is widely used in web applications, business applications, and large-scale enterprise systems because of its speed, reliability, and ease of use. It is the default database for many web platforms like WordPress, Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, and e-commerce websites.

Key Features of MySQL 

1. Open Source – Free to use with community support (enterprise editions  are also available). 

2. Relational Database – Organizes data into tables with rows and  columns. 

3. High Performance – Optimized for fast data storage and retrieval. 

4. Cross-Platform – Works on Windows, Linux, macOS, and other  operating systems. 

5. Secure – Provides user authentication, SSL support, and encryption for  data protection. 

6. Scalable – Can handle small applications to very large databases with  millions of records. 

7. Supports Standard SQL – Uses familiar SQL commands like SELECT,  INSERT, UPDATE, and DELETE. 

8. Replication & Backup – Offers database replication and backup features  for reliability