What is MySQL?
- MySQL is a relational database system, similar to Oracle or Microsoft Access.
- A database is a program that is good at storing large amounts of information.
- MySQL is open-source and free.
Why was it chosen for use in the Student Advisement System?
- MySQL runs under many operating systems, including Linux and Windows.
- MySQL can be accessed by a Java program via a JDBC driver.
- Members of the team already had experience working with it.
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