MaxDB is a relational database system. Using the database software, you can create, use and manage OLTP (MaxDB) and SAP liveCache database instances.
OLTP (MaxDB) database instances can be used either within or outside of SAP systems. SAP liveCache database instances can only be used within SAP systems.
OLTP (MaxDB) and SAP liveCache database systems are variations of the same database system. For that reason, the documentation explicitly mentions both types only where their functions differ; otherwise the system is simply referred to as MaxDB.
You can use the database system on many different operating systems (see Supported Operating Systems, Platforms and Browsers).
For information on where to get the database software and how to install it, see the Software Information and Download sections; see also the Installation Manual.
This documentation describes the basic concepts of the database system and contains references to the documentation for the database tools and interfaces, where the exact procedures are described. The SQL Tutorial provides an introduction to working with the database system.
For quick access to all documentation and an explanation of the most important terms, use the alphabetical Glossary.
See also:
Overview of the Database System
Creating and Configuring a Database Instance
Developing Database Applications