[richardbrevig]

For databases: I remember all the "create dynamic websites with PHP and MySQL" tutorials around 2000. Prior to that, on the low-end (being a high schooler with no money), my applications used flat file databases.

> Real Media was satan.

I remember Real Player wanting $2,000+ per server license to be able to stream content. It was a perk in different hosting accounts, some featured the ability to stream.