A survey of current object-oriented databases

ABSTRACT

Object-oriented concepts form a good basis for the data models required for next-generation database applications such as CAD/CAE/CASE/CAM systems, knowledge-based systems, multimedia, etc. Many object-oriented databases are available commercially or are being developed by industry or academic research facilities. This paper attempts to compare some of these products using fourteen criteria. The selected criteria are major factors required for the successful design of an object-oriented database system. They are grouped into five different categories. The result of the survey is summarized in a table.

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INDEX TERMS

Primary Classification:
  H. Information Systems
  H.2 DATABASE MANAGEMENT

Additional Classification:
  A. General Literature

  D. Software
  D.1 PROGRAMMING TECHNIQUES

  K. Computing Milieux
  K.1 THE COMPUTER INDUSTRY
      Subjects: Suppliers

General Terms:
Design, Management, Measurement, Performance, Theory

Keywords:
OOD-BMS survey, object-oriented database, object-oriented terminology