Re: What're the differences betwen OO database and relational databases?

From: James <jraustin1_at_hotmail.com>
Date: 16 Oct 2001 09:51:16 -0700
Message-ID: <a6e74506.0110160851.3dbad64c@posting.google.com>

> I only learn relational databases at school, Object Oriented database
> was virtually unknown then. I've tried to find out but it would be
> easier to ask you folks what you think.

> Does OO database goes faster?

Yes because the relationship resolution is dramatically faster.

> Easier to maintain?

Yes because absolute normalizational is not only possible but practical and nearly automatic. Also referential integrity is enforced 100%, no if's, but's, and's, or or's.

> Can I design OO database and use them in MySQL?
Sure, but it would be like driving a Porsche behind a Chevette with a trailer on an incline, when the passing lane is wide open :)

To see how a database that fits on a low-density floppy, with room to spare for your English mid-term paper, does all the above and more, you will have to visit http://www.xdb1.com Received on Tue Oct 16 2001 - 11:51:16 CDT