Google Cloud SQL - Overview

What is Google Cloud SQL?

Google Cloud SQL is a fully-managed relational database service that simplifies the administration and maintenance of MySQL, PostgreSQL, and SQL Server databases. This service enables developers to focus on building their applications without the burden of managing the underlying database infrastructure

Highlights

Rich extension collections, configuration flags, and developer ecosystems for popular database engines
Streamlined setup with built-in migration tools and standard connection drivers
Customizable configurations, including region selection, memory, virtual CPU, and storage options (SSD or HDD)
Automated backups, recovery options, and high availability configurations for data redundancy and protection against regional failures
Seamless scaling capabilities, allowing users to automatically expand storage as needed

Platforms

Desktop Chromebook
Mobile iPad
Web-based
On-Premise Windows
Desktop Mac
Desktop Linux
On-Premise Linux
Cloud, SaaS, Web-based
Desktop Windows
Mobile iPhone
Mobile Android

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Features

- Familiar Infrastructure
- Flexible Charging
- Easier Migration
- Security, Availability, Durability
- Fully managed
- No Lock-in