MySQL™: The World’s Most Popular Open Source Database 31 Common Open Source Objections ”Lack of proper support” – MySQL operates worldwide 24/7 support since 1999 ”Lack of vendor accountability” – MySQL owns its product and takes full responsibility ”Lack of vendor viability” – MySQL has made money since 1995 ”Lack of third-party software integration” – MySQL is working with Sun, Novell, Veritas and others to ensure interoperability ”Lack of skilled staff” – There are more than 4 million installations worldwide and hundreds of thousands of skilled developers and administrators. Use the community. Copyright 2003 MySQL AB