Microsoft SQL Server, also referred to as MSSQL, is a C++ relational database management system (RDBMS) that was created by Microsoft. Large-scale enterprise solutions that demand a sophisticated database structure are the main applications for SQL Server DB. Complex database queries with sophisticated security features can be handled by MSSQL.

Oracle Corporation created the open-source RDBMS MySQL. It is frequently utilized in e-commerce platforms, content management systems, and web applications and is built in C and C++. MySQL is prized for its dependability, speed, and user-friendliness, particularly in settings where cost-effectiveness and scalability are crucial considerations.

In terms of Usage and Features.

Feature MySQL SQL Server
Use Case Web applications (e.g., WordPress, LAMP stack) Enterprise applications, BI, data warehousing
Performance Lightweight, fast for read-heavy workloads Optimized for complex queries, large-scale enterprise systems
GUI Tools MySQL Workbench SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS)
Stored Procedures Supported Supported with advanced features
ACID Compliance Yes (with the InnoDB engine) Yes
JSON Support Yes (basic) Yes (advanced querying and indexing)
Replication Master-slave, Group Replication Always On Availability Groups, Replication
Licensing Open-source (GPL) commercial licenses are available Commercial (with free Express edition)

In terms of Security Features.

Security Feature MySQL SQL Server
SSL/TLS Encryption Supported (via ssl-mode settings) ssl-mode=True will Encrypt the Data over the Network. Supported (Encrypt=True in the connection string)
Authentication Native, PAM, LDAP (with plugins) Windows Authentication, SQL Authentication
Role-Based Access Control Basic (GRANT/REVOKE) Advanced (roles, schemas, granular permissions)

Summary

Use Case Recommended DBMS
Lightweight web apps MySQL
Enterprise systems SQL Server
Cost-effective open-source stack MySQL
Deep Microsoft integration SQL Server
Advanced security & compliance SQL Server

 

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