Sirius Blog: You ask, we answer!

  • Best-in-Class Database Systems

    You Ask, We Answer: Best-in-Class Database Systems 2025 – Which Tool is Right for Your Workload?

    Here at Sirius, we often get asked, "Who is the best database system in the world right now?" This is a critical question, and one that deserves a clear, honest answer. We understand that consumers are obsessed with reviews and rankings, naturally seeking the hierarchy of products before making a major decision.

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  • Comprehensive Review of MySQL

    You Ask, We Answer: A Comprehensive Review of MySQL – Is the Open-Source Standard Still the Best Choice?

    Here at Sirius, we often get asked, "How would you review MySQL today? Is the Community Edition still viable for a serious production environment?" This is a critical question, and one that deserves a clear, honest answer. We understand that purchasing decisions are naturally driven by information and comparison when buying, and reviews are essential for determining the viability of a long-term technology investment.

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  • MySQL Versus Its Competitors, with comparisons

    You Ask, We Answer: MySQL Versus Its Competitors – Where Does the RDBMS Stand in Today’s Market?

    Here at Sirius, we often get asked, "How does MySQL stack up against rivals like PostgreSQL, Oracle, and MariaDB?" This is a critical question, and one that deserves a clear, honest answer.

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  • What are the Problems with MySQL?

    You Ask, We Answer: What are the Core Problems with MySQL’s Architecture and Scalability?

    Here at Sirius, we often get asked, "What are the biggest problems with MySQL?" This is a critical question, and one that deserves a clear, honest answer. We understand that when making a major infrastructure decision, we all tend to worry more about what might go wrong than what will go right.

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  • The True Cost of MySQL

    You Ask, We Answer: The Cost of MySQL – How Much Does the Database Really Cost? (Licensing, TCO, and Support)

    Here at Sirius, we often get asked, "How much does MySQL cost?" This is a critical question, and one that deserves a clear, honest answer. We understand the need to know the true financial implications of any technology choice, as database infrastructure decisions are ones a business will have to live with for years.

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