Collaborator supports several databases:

For trials, the zero-configuration embedded database is the easiest way to get started. MySQL is the best choice if you need a free, open-source database.

Collaborator server must be able to access your database server via TCP/IP. Collaborator requires an empty schema on the database server in which a dedicated database user can create, alter, read, write, update, and delete objects.

A built-in database migration tool allows you to move between any of the supported databases, so you can always get started on one and switch to another later on.

Note: MySQL database is supported in Collaborator Team and Collaborator Enterprise. Oracle and SQL Server databases are only supported in Collaborator Enterprise. For a complete list of differences between Collaborator editions, please see the comparison page.

For more about the database format, see Database Schema.