This is a repackaged open source software product wherein additional charges apply for support. Firebird is a true open-source relational database management system (RDBMS) that offers a unique combination of high performance, scalability, and reliability. It is designed to meet the needs of a wide range of applications, from small embedded systems to large-scale enterprise deployments. Firebird features a multi-generation architecture, powerful and developer-friendly SQL language, logging and monitoring, security, and more. It is free for commercial and educational usage, with no license fees, installation, or activation restrictions.