MariaDB vs H2 Database Engine : Which is Better?
MariaDB
MariaDB is a community-developed fork of the MySQL relational database management system intended to remain free under the GNU GPL. Developed by MariaDB Foundation
License: Open Source
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MariaDB VS H2 Database Engine
MariaDB is a full-fledged relational database management system with extensive features and scalability, making it suitable for large applications, while H2 is a lightweight, fast, and easy-to-embed database primarily used for development and testing purposes.
MariaDB
Pros:
- Open-source and free to use
- High performance with multi-threading
- Compatible with MySQL
- Rich set of storage engines
- ACID compliance for transactions
- Scalability for large datasets
- Advanced security features
- Active community support
- Replicated and sharded database support
- Data encryption options
Cons:
- Complex configuration for beginners
- Resource-intensive for very large datasets
- Steeper learning curve than some alternatives
H2 Database Engine
Pros:
- Lightweight and easy to set up
- Fast in-memory database capability
- Supports SQL and JDBC
- Ideal for testing and prototyping
- Embedded database option available
Cons:
- Limited features compared to larger databases
- Not suitable for very large production environments
- Less community support compared to more established databases
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