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Jason Novinger@programming.devM to PostgreSQL@programming.dev · 3 years ago

“But how much does a PostgreSQL license actually cost?” A Frequently Asked Question from Oracle users considering PostgreSQL

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“But how much does a PostgreSQL license actually cost?” A Frequently Asked Question from Oracle users considering PostgreSQL

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Jason Novinger@programming.devM to PostgreSQL@programming.dev · 3 years ago
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“But how much does a PostgreSQL license actually cost?” A Frequently Asked Question from Oracle users considering PostgreSQL - Stormatics
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Unraveling the Mystery: Why PostgreSQL Costs You Nothing  Each time I mention that PostgreSQL comes with zero licensing fees, I’m met with skeptical looks and a barrage of “Really? But how much does the license actually cost?”. It has happened enough times that I decided to write a blog explaining this, keeping in mind especially […]
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    Oracle users are masochists.

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    For existing installation’s I can understand why oracle is still in use. For any new build I really can’t fathom why anyone would reach for oracle over Postgres other than ignorance.

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