Looking for a database application

[mendipjohn]

Hi there,

I use MS Office Access presently but I am using a Student and Teacher license which prevents me using the software (legally) for commercial use.

That means I am looking for a database application to use on a commercial basis. All i need is a relatively simple relational database application, preferably reliable, quite cheap, not to tacky and with low system requirements.

I wasnt convinced by anything I found doing a web search so I just wondered if anyone here had any ideas or special recommendations

[ripken204]

wow that sucks, access is amazing, if u can afford it then get office 2003

[dman]

I have been meaning to try OpenOffice Base. Seems about equivalent to Access. If you try it please report your findings.

[jcarle]

MySQL. 100% Free and 100% Powerful.

[mendipjohn]

Thanks guys,

I have used MySQL but only on servers for powering internet boards etc and I really find myself out of my depth trying to manage it.

The OpenOffice Base looks great, and I already use OpenOffice Suite for other purposes and the interface is similar to Access. Just working out how to download it now

Thanks.

[sleepnmojo]

MySQL. 100% Free and 100% Powerful.

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Good one, alternatively free - Postgresql