Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
SharkSQL is a next generation multi-platform database that was designed and built using time proven database best practices that includes strict adherence to SQL standards. With its native embedded two-phase commit, it has full support of ACID properties – regardless of whether the solution is a centralized or distributed design.
SharkSQL combines these best practices with next generation designs like the option to use transaction based security encryption whereby peers independently calculate the initial key using a quantum-mechanical eigenvalue equation. No more dependency on 3rd party certificate providers.
SharkSQL’s best practice designs also maintains high performance out of the box solutions. Reference industry performance benchmark.
SharkSQL also provides an easy to use management CLI that makes it much easier to support.
FAQ-01 - What is a database?
A database is an organized collection of data or a type of data store based on the use of a database management system (DBMS), the software that interacts with end users, applications, and the database itself to capture and analyze the data.
The DBMS additionally encompasses the core facilities provided to administer the database. The sum total of the database, the DBMS and the associated applications can be referred to as a database system. Often the term “database” is also used loosely to refer to any of the DBMS, the database system or an application associated with the database.
FAQ-02 - How much does SharkSQL cost?
SharkSQL uses a innovative freeware license model – it is 100% free to download, install and run the full version in both Development and Production environments.
Per server support subscriptions are available for Engineering, full access to the SharkSQL Community Forum and custom Consultations.
FAQ-03 - What OS platforms are supported?
SharkSQL is a multi-platform database with a single code base for all platforms.
- Microsoft Windows (X86-64)
- VSI OpenVMS (X86-64, IA64, Alpha)
- Linux (X86-64) Future 2026
FAQ-04 - What are available support resources?
SharkSQL Support resources:
- Community Forum
- Documentation
- Training Videos
FAQ-05 - Personal Privacy - What is GDPR?
The General Data Protection Regulation, abbreviated GDPR, is a European Union regulation on information privacy in the European Union and the European Economic Area.
The GDPR is an important component of EU privacy law and human rights law, in particular Article 8 of the Charter of Fundamental Rights of the European Union. It also governs the transfer of personal data outside the EU and EEA. The GDPR’s goals are to enhance individuals’ control and rights over their personal information and to simplify the regulations for international business.