starting with data bases

I am planning to start learning working with data bases. I was wondering what systems exist on linux, and which of them will also work on windows. Also, any sugestion on where to start, and of any good books and/or tutorials? Thanx [EMAIL PROTECTED]

data bases

Hi there, I'll try to expose this matter as concisely as possible: I'm rather new to the world of Linux, and am currently using Debian 2.0. I'm trying to take a 100% advantage on the system, so that I can finally give up using other "OS's". So far so good on my home computer. But my current nee