Overview#
Although Comparing LDAP and SQL is a common discussion, it is really comparing Apples and Oranges.LDAP is a Communications protocol and SQL (Structured Query Language) is a special-purpose programming language designed for managing data in relational database management systems (RDBMS).
A Communications protocol defines the syntax, semantics, and synchronization of communication; the specified behavior is typically independent of how it is to be implemented.[1]
Servers and Clients#
Any LDAP Client, like LDAP Browsers, can communicate with any LDAP Server Implementation. This is not the same in SQL where each SQL Client must use a specific protocol for each SAL Server implementation.More Information#
There might be more information for this subject on one of the following:[#1] - http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Communications_protocol
retrieved 2013-01-03
