Links to Information on Data Management Systems
-the Oracle 9i Database system is the premier data management
system on the market
Oracle9i Database is the state of the
art in object-relational databases. Voted Editors Choice by PC
magazine and the #1 database for Linux by Linux Journal, Oracle9i
Database is the most scalable and full featured database available.
Whether driving your web site, packaged applications, data warehouses
or OLTP applications, Oracle9i Database is a foundation
technology for any professional computing environment.
-IBM DB2 database system has several different version for application
in different areas including ebusiness, small business and several different
operating systems
DB2 Universal Database is IBM's object-relational database for
UNIX, OS/2, and Windows operating environments. IBM offers DB2 Universal
Database packages that provide easy installation, integrated functionality,
a rich bundle of development tools, full Web enablement, and flexibility
to scale and change platforms.
DB2 Universal Database Enterprise Edition is a multi-user object-relational
database for complex configurations and large database needs for Intel
to UNIX platforms and from uniprocessors to the largest SMPs. It is ideal
for midsize to large businesses and departments particularly where Internet
and/or enterprise connectivity is important.
-Microsoft's SQL Database Server home page
-for a summary of its features and product information
click here
Data Management systems are judged on three aspects: security, scalability,
and speed.
Our Conclusion
-after looking up information on the top three systems, IBM, Oracle,
and Microsoft, and comparing their features as well as capabilities,
we determined that the Oracle 9i Database was the best system for the
needs of the Mission based on its security, scalability and speed
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