Oracle 8i vs. MySql

[Anon]

I need to setup a website with a database containing product catalogs and order transactions as well as customer informations. i read some comments that when it comes to making secure transactions mysql database can't be depended on as much as oracle because of oracle's ability to either commit all changes or none at all. is there a similar capability in mysql?

[mattw]

You can use InnoDB tables in MySQL. I'm not familar with them, but you can read up on that at http://www.innodb.com/ ...it does provide commit, rollback, etc.....

Matt Wade
codewalkers.com

[jsagara]

If you have Oracle8i at your disposal, then use it. If you're looking to purchase a DBMS, then you have to weigh cost vs. benefits. Personally I would go with Oracle 8i if you need transaction support.

You should also check out PostgreSQL (http://www.postgresql.org).