MySQL
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Easy to use & convenient
Making database entries is very simple and seamless.
Native encryption ensures secure data management with a simple deployment
What is our primary use case?
What is most valuable?
The most valuable feature is the on-premises data encryption facilities. By default, we can provide encryption, and this feature in MySQL is why we prefer it over other databases. The native encryption in MySQL encourages us to use this database model more frequently compared to Oracle and other databases.
With Oracle, we have to buy another solution for encryption and masking, but MySQL supports native encryption, which enhances our return on investment. It perfectly supports our ROI, and we have no issues with its functionality.
What needs improvement?
The data masking functionality should be improved as well as the native encryption functionality in the MySQL database. It could be more beneficial if MySQL can enhance its data masking functionality in the same way it has improved data encryption.
For how long have I used the solution?
I have been using it for around ten years.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
We face certain integration issues, especially when we integrate the database with security solutions like IBM QRadar, which affects database performance.
How are customer service and support?
We have a local vendor available here in Pakistan, who provides service. As far as the principal is concerned, we do not directly communicate with them. We have a vendor here, so we have no issues and usually receive timely responses. I would rate customer service nine out of ten.
How would you rate customer service and support?
Positive
Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?
We are working with Oracle, and we also use a file database called GT.M.
How was the initial setup?
It is a pretty simple deployment process that can take around two to three hours.
What about the implementation team?
We have a dedicated database administration team responsible for implementation. We have around five to ten people in the team.
What was our ROI?
We estimate the ROI to be around 40%.
What other advice do I have?
With respect to BAM, database activity monitoring, when we integrate BAM solutions, we face certain integration challenges. These are mainly compatibility issues, like when IBM Guardian is integrated with MySQL for database monitoring. Despite these challenges, the availability of support from IBM helps us to overcome them.
The product is highly recommended for its compatibility with other platforms like dot net framework. It easily integrates with in-house development functionalities and provides excellent relational database functionality.
Overall, I give it an eight out of ten.
MySQL database review
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Working with sql
Powerfull DB engine easy to integrate with many tools
MySql Database
It is the perfect choice for database administration.
Best open source relational database management system.
Supports Laravel PHP framework, but we need to define every table beforehand
What is our primary use case?
We use MySQL in multiple projects for storing, task management apps, and dating apps.
What is most valuable?
MySQL is the best option for the Laravel PHP framework. It supports multiple model systems, and it's very easy to call MySQL compared to other languages like MongoDB. I prefer MySQL for the Laravel PHP framework.
The solution's security features depend on where we host our server and database. We have some preventive measures to reduce attacks. We have taken authentication and only allow a particular IP address.
What needs improvement?
In MySQL, we need to define every table beforehand.
For how long have I used the solution?
I have been using MySQL for four to five years.
Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?
In MySQL, we need to define every table beforehand. However, we don't need to do so in MongoDB. We can add a new row or column in MongoDB anytime, making it much easier. If you purchase MongoDB's plan, it supports many security features, and you don't need to check about security. They will handle everything.
How was the initial setup?
The solution’s initial setup is very easy. For the first time, the solution's implementation will take some time. However, you can use it multiple times after you configure it.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
MySQL is a cheap solution.
What other advice do I have?
Maintaining the database is a task. We take a weekly backup for each database so that we can upload it to the server if anything happens to the data. We created a cron job so that the data can be taken and then uploaded to a specific space so that we can go back to the particular big data whenever we want. I prefer MongoDB for scalability because it's much easier to maintain MongoDB.
Just one person is enough to maintain the solution. The solution has good documentation available on Google.
Overall, I rate the solution six and a half out of ten.