MySQL

While there are many great features about MySQL, the part I find most intriguing is the approach that the developers have taken. Instead of taking more business style approach they have decided to stay very light. This is wonderful because all business owners do not need complex systems to get their everyday work done and looking at the loyal following that MySQL has, I must say that the list of entrepreneurs that like to keep it simple is quite extensive.

MySQL doesn't have a proper user management tool, so you have to cover that manually - therefore, setting up users is complicated. That can make your life a little hard but then again, the functionality MySQL can offer compensates that tiny mishap. I am still waiting for them to add user management tool however, because for our organisation it would make life so much easier!

MySQL is a great program, especially if you are running on a tight budget - the software is free! Any small-to-medium business owner benefits from MySQL for storing data as it is simple to use and provides secure backup opportunities. Sure, setting up users and access rights is complex, but there are plenty of open source materials that can help you out with that.