Take a look at MySQL, it is straight forward, and simple, especially if you
already know SQL. It is GPL and free and should work on Win2K, though I
have not tried, It does work on NT Workstation, NT Server, and Linux very
well.
The web site is http://www.mysql.com
Steve K
> -----Original Message-----
> From: andrey [SMTP:[EMAIL PROTECTED]]
> Sent: Wednesday, January 10, 2001 5:20 AM
> To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]; [EMAIL PROTECTED]
> Subject: Help to choose a DB
>
> Dear all !
> I need a DB to store a small amount ( 5 - 10 ) of tables .
>
> One of the main concerns is price ( i need a free or a very cheap DBMS )
> and simplicity - i want a very simple installation and as little
> maintenance as possible .
>
> The DB server is Win2K .
>
> I need to be able to run queries via JDBC .
> I'd prefer the DBMS to have something similar to Oracle PL/SQL stored
> procedures .
>
> Could U please advice ?
>
> At the moment i think of MS SQL server .
> I also heard that there are free RDMSs out there .
>
> Please help to choose a DB !
>
> Thanks a lot in advance !
>
> Andrey .
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