postgres-intro-Q&A Flashcards
1
Q
What is PostgreSQL and what are some alternative relational databases?
A
PostgreSQL is a powerful, free, open source Relational Database Management System (RDBMS).
MySQL (also free), SQL Server by Microsoft, and Oracle by Oracle Corporation.
2
Q
What are some advantages of learning a relational database?
A
Many problem domains can be modeled well using a relational database.
3
Q
What is one way to see if PostgreSQL is running?
A
sudo service postgresql status