IBM Informix
IBM Informix is a family of high-performance, object-relational database management systems (ORDBMS) known for its robust transactional processing capabilities (OLTP), minimal administration, and ability to handle complex data types. It is particularly valued in environments requiring high…
Key facts
- First appeared
- 1980
- Category
- database
- Problem solved
- Informix was created to address the limitations of early relational databases in handling complex data types and achieving high performance for transactional workloads with reduced administrative overhead. Its object-relational features aimed to bridge the gap between structured relational data and the emerging needs for managing more complex, object-oriented application data.
- Platforms
- Windows, Linux, Unix (AIX, HP-UX, Solaris)
Related technologies
Notable users
- Government agencies
- Automotive industry
- Financial services (e.g., banking, trading platforms)
- Retail and point-of-sale systems
- Telecommunications companies
- Manufacturing and industrial control systems