Is it necessary to use db2 in Websphere?

Currently we are using Oracle in weblogic. Can't we use same Oracle in Websphere in the part of weblogic to websphere migration? is it necessary to use开发者_StackOverflow社区 db2 in Websphere?

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No... We did used mySQL through XAMPP many a times...

It worked good enough.

PS:We used mySQL because we were not acquainted with DB2 by that time.

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Yes you can use Oracle, and other non-DB2 databases.

You will need to get the Oracle JDBC drivers, which are easily downloadable from Oracle. Then all the set up can be done through the WebSphere console.

There are various Oracle-specific setup steps in the Info Center for example but I've used Oracle many times without problem.

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Any database with a JDBC driver should work with WebSphere. The included and officially supported JDBC drivers are listed here and include DB2, Oracle, Informix, Sybase, and MS SQL Server.

But, for instance, we've used PostgreSQL in the past as well by just copying and configuring the driver jar files.

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Suggest you read this

http://www.redbooks.ibm.com/abstracts/sg247870.html?Open

This provides your good information on how to migrate to WebSphere Application Server. I am assuming you are referring to the application server and not to other products in the WebSphere family of products.

As mentioned by the others a number of databases are supported by WebSphere. As long as you choose a supported version of Oracle you should not have trouble.

If the book does not provide you with the answers post in specific areas that you need assistance on.

HTH

Manglu