Re: [GENERAL] PostgreSQL vs. Microsoft SQL server

On Sun, May 2, 2010 at 7:57 PM, Andy wrote: > Skype, perhaps the largest telephony app in the world, uses Postgresql. > > Here's some info on their postgresql usage: > > http://highscalability.com/skype-plans-postgresql-scale-1-billion-users > https://developer.skype.com/SkypeGarage/DbProjects/Sky

[GENERAL] PostgreSQL vs. Microsoft SQL server

Anybody know of any recent comparisons made between the two? I'm in the process of buying a new telephony related software suite, and I'm getting mixed advice. Some say that MSSQL is _much_ better/faster than PostgreSQL, and others say the opposite. The vendor is more or less indifferent, with a

[GENERAL] Books

Hey all, There's a new series of PostgreSQL books available: PostgreSQL 8.4 Official Documentation - Volume I PostgreSQL 8.4 Official Documentation - Volume II