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# [What is Cassandra? An introductory eBook](https://www.pythian.com/resource/what-is-cassandra-introductory-ebook)

 Written by [Pythian Marketing](https://www.pythian.com/resource/author/pythian-marketing) | Mar 8, 2016 5:00:00 AM

Is your organization in need of a high performance, open source database, designed to handle very large amounts of data? Are you exploring your options for a NoSQL database management system and still wondering what the best solution for your application is? This eBook will provide you with an overview of Cassandra, a popular open source database, and help you determine if it is a good choice for you.  

Topics include:

- - The history of Cassandra

- - Key strengths

- - Practical applications

- Implementation considerations

You’ll also learn about other organizations that are using Cassandra, and important tips on how you can maximize your success with this scalable database.

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