I'm curious about how various SQL databases are sold.

I called Microwarehouse and gave the agent a hypothetical where MS SQL-server was used on a network. He said a 7-client license would be $1219.95. I mentioned "intranet" and he said to add $2599.95.

I didn't go into any details with him because I just wanted to get a feel for the pricing.

Any one have a clear picture on how SQL-server is priced?

What about IBM DB2?

What about My-SQL?

Any other good and/or inexpensive options?


Peter Robinson