mariadb@10.6
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Description:
Drop-in replacement for MySQL
Type: Formula  |  Latest Version: 10.6.24@0  |  Tracked Since: Nov 7, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  @mariadb  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Databases
Tags: database sql mariadb mysql server relational
Install: brew install mariadb@10.6
About:
MariaDB 10.6 is a high-performance, open-source relational database server designed as a drop-in replacement for MySQL. It maintains compatibility with MySQL protocols while offering enhanced features like InnoDB improvements and better parallel replication. This version is ideal for production environments requiring stable, long-term support.
Key Features:
  • MySQL-compatible with enhanced performance
  • Advanced InnoDB storage engine features
  • Improved parallel replication capabilities
  • Long-term support release (LTS)
Use Cases:
  • Running production database workloads requiring MySQL compatibility
  • Migrating existing MySQL installations to MariaDB with minimal changes
Alternatives:
  • mysql – Oracle's MySQL offers similar functionality but with different licensing and feature priorities
  • postgresql – PostgreSQL provides more advanced features but is not a drop-in MySQL replacement
Version History
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Nov 7, 2025 8:03am 0 VERSION_BUMP c31cd161
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