<A HREF="http://news.zdnet.com/2100-9593_22-6040197.html?tag=zdnn.alert">Oracle tried to acquire open-source database maker MySQL,</A> an indication of the profound changes the software giant is willing to make as it adapts to the increasingly significant collaborative programming philosophy. MySQL Chief Executive Marten Mickos confirmed the acquisition attempt in an interview at the Open Source Business Conference, but wouldn't provide details such as when the approach was made or how much money Oracle offered.