Oracle
Overview
Oracle Corporation, based in Redwood Shores, California, is a global leader in computer software, notably known for its Oracle database software, acquired from Sun Microsystems in 2010. Founded in 1977 by Larry Ellison, Bob Miner, and Ed Oates, it pioneered commercial relational databases, revolutionizing data management. Renowned for aggressive acquisitions, Oracle grew rapidly, becoming the largest database management company in 1987. Despite setbacks like the Network Computer initiative, Oracle succeeded by embracing the Internet and developing compatible products. With acquisitions like Sun Microsystems in 2010, Oracle expanded its portfolio to include Java, Solaris, and MySQL. Notable legal battles include a lawsuit against Google for alleged Java copyright infringement in Android, which concluded in 2016 with a verdict favoring Google.
