Traditional RDBMS technology is incapable of handling the demands of unstructured, big data. BI pros are now going beyond RDBMS and exploring new options.

Selecting a database is a bit like picking a religion. There are pros and cons to each, and the discussions run hot and heavy. With the rise of the big data phenomenon, adherents to the NoSQL and ...

The similarities and differences between HDBMS, NDBMS, RDBMS and OODBMS give the clear cut idea to the user or database designer of selecting better model for storing information.

I've been reading about different ODBMS like ZODB, and I'm seriously considering using it over a relational DBMS like Oracle. Does anyone here have any experience dealing with either or both DBMSs ...

Even with all the hype around NoSQL, traditional relational databases still make sense for enterprise applications. Here are four reasons why.

Disadvantages of Relational Model Databases Cost: Setting up and maintaining an RDBMS can be an expensive undertaking, often beyond the budget of a small business.

* RDBMS vs. LDAP: Which is better for storing identity and provisioning data? Last issue I talked about Thor Technologies, its new round of funding and its “best of breed” solutions.

The heart of any relational database management system is the system catalog that documents the database objects and system settings being used. The system catalog offers a wealth of information about ...