Topic Overview
MySQL & MariaDB
Choosing, installing, users, backups, small-VPS tuning.
Choosing MySQL vs MariaDB in 2026
A practical comparison of MySQL and MariaDB, historical divergence, architectural differences, authentication plugins, and choosing the right database for your project.
MySQL and MariaDB Backups with mysqldump
Complete beginner guide to creating, automating, and restoring database backups using mysqldump and mariadb-dump with comprehensive command and flag breakdowns.