>Hi
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>I thought this article was very direct from MS - they seem to be implying that Oracle is a product in trouble.
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>Is this just general chit-chat, or does anyone think it is fair comment - you see, we may have to choose one day whether to convert one of our Fox Db's into Oracle or Sql Server and will also be considering which company will rule the DB market.
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>Any comments?
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>Thanks
>Kev

I don't think you should base your decision on which company will "rule the market" but moreover which database is better suited for your needs.

Let's face it Kevin, both Oracle and MS/SQL Server are not going anywhere - they may lose market share to one another or have poor revenue periods but they will both remain strong db products in the foreseeable future. Both have a very loyal following, especially Oracle.

Even DB2 and Sybase have very solid markets so choosing one of those "black sheep" would be a sound investment, although I can't see why someone would want to do such a thing when there's Oracle and SQL Server!

Just my .02!

-JT