http://www.muktware.com/5565/there-no-reason-all-use-mysql-mysql-mariadb-founder-michael-widenius
There is no reason at all to use MySQL: MariaDB, MySQL founder Michael Widenius MySQL was once the most popular open source database (it still is), but it's declining under the leadership of Oracle. The founder of MySQL Michael Widenius "Monty" founded MariaDB, an open source database, which is gaining popularity lately. It's not only become the default database of the leading open source operating systems, but is also replacing MySQL at WikiMedia and other major organizations and companies. Recently SkySQL merged with MariaDB's parent company Monty Program Ab, increasing its developer force. We reached out to Monty to talk about the changing database landscape. Read on...
Wait...do I hear Scott Seabass LOL'ing in the distance? :):):)
