Is there an equivalent to 'Linked Servers'?

[Travis Rushton]

Hi All,

First post... Is there an equivalent to "Linked Servers" on the SQL Server platform?

If so, I'll continue my exploration into MySQL... I've installed servers on Linux and Windows and have yet to come up with a GREAT GUI management tool but I'm sure it's out there (any suggestions?)

Anyway, my question is...

"Is there an equivalent to "Linked Servers" in MySQL?"

I need to access other DB's as though they were local and have a central spot for development.

Thanks for all of your edjumacated answers! ;-)

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