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The MySQL architecture differs from other databases and is useful for most purposes. MySQL is not perfect, but it is flexible enough for some demanding environments. such as Web applications. MySQL can also strengthen embedded applications, data warehousing, content indexing, distribution software, available redundancy systems, online transaction processing, and more.

To be proficient in MySQL, you must first understand its design. This will make it easier to use MySQL instead of abusing it. MySQL's flexibility is embodied in a number of ways, such as it can run on many kinds of hardware, supporting many data types. The most specific and important feature of MySQL, however, is the architecture of his storage engine. This design separates the query processing and other server tasks from the storage engine and the retrieval. In MySQL5.1, you can even read the storage engine as a Run-time plug-in. This mechanism allows you to make more choices, such as the setting of each table, the way data is stored, and the performance, features, and other features you want to adjust.

This section mainly teaches the MySQL architecture, the different storage engines, and why these differences are so important. As simple as possible, describe these details and some examples. These discussions are especially useful for people who are proficient in other databases.

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