PostgreSQL is not always "slower".

I have used various versions of PostgreSQL and when properly tuned
it performs just as well as MySQL.

Like any tool the operator must be familiar with it to
get the best from it.

My current database is filled with MP3s and I currently get
performance in the range of 1Meg+/sec on selects.

Loading speed is improved by modifying buffer settings and
turning of fsync.


It seems like on Wed, May 10, 2000 at 06:44:16PM -0700, Shawn T. Rutledge scribbled:
Orig Msg> mySQL is known for being fast; PostgreSQL is older, more mature, more
Orig Msg> full-featured, and truly free software under all circumstances.  So 
Orig Msg> usually I would pick PostgreSQL as "better" unless speed is more important


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