This section deals with various problems raised by critics of
object database management systems (ODBMSs). A description is
provided of each problem raised along with a response. Also, a reference to the source of the criticism
is provided.
Overtime, several critics will be covered. Critics currently
included are:
Jim Melton and Andrew Eisenberg, "Why Use SQL Instead
of an OODBMS," from Understanding Java and SQL Together: A Guide to
SQLJ, JDBC, and Related Technologies. Go
to the discussion (new window).
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