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Selecting a database


Neomech

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Hi,

 

I'm totally new at PHP and MySQL, but I've got a fair bit of experience with MS SQL2005.

 

My question relates to the different database types, particularly MyISAM and InnoDB.  My very general understanding is that MyISAM is not "strict" (no foreign keys) but has a very fast "count" ability, whereas InnoDB is the opposite (more similar to PostgreSQL).  Is that correct or am I off my rocker?

 

I am used to using foreign keys, and appreciate them from a database design perspective, however I'm also looking for a database that will be pretty quick at delivering a count back to me.

 

Any recommendations?  If you want to push Postgre as an alternative, I'm not totally sold on MySQL, although I tend to think given how widely it's used I'll find an easier time getting help as I learn a new system.

 

Thanks in advance for any replies :)

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