Accessing Data

[jayadev]

Access is a database tool bundled with Microsoft Office software. Access is a very powerful database software. Though access one can develop tables, forms, queries and report. One can write macros too in Access.

 

[JohnR]

I personally prefer MySQL. Basically, anything over Microsoft's attempt to One-Up other companies.

 

[myessence]

Access for another basic programming, very simple and easy for new comer.

 

[Penguin]

I have to say, I haven't found Access particularly "simple for the beginner," personally. Most of the things people do with Access, I can do with php and MySQL.

 

[jayadev]

I feel both have their own customer base. I also prefer mySQL. But I think to pick up fast Access is much easier to start with. One with a knowledge of Access can try going for mySQL.