Tablespaces play an important role in database management systems, as they determine where and how database objects like tables and indexes are stored. Both Oracle and PostgreSQL have the concept of tablespaces, but they implement them differently based on the overall architecture of each database.

As businesses increasingly move toward open-source technologies, many Oracle Database professionals find themselves needing to work with PostgreSQL, one of the most popular open-source relational database management systems (RDBMS). Although both Oracle and PostgreSQL share many similar concepts, there are fundamental differences in how these systems handle certain database structures, one of which is the schema.

Why pay $100,000 for something you can achieve in $5,000? That’s the main question. Oracle is a long-standing giant in the DBMS world, offering a feature-rich platform but at a steep price, often catering to large enterprises with extensive budgets. PostgreSQL, on the other hand, is open source with a liberal license and zero licensing fees.

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 […]