ADO.NET Components Overview

A framework within the .NET environment that allows retrieval and manipulation of data from relational databases, such as SQL Server, Access, Oracle, and even XML.

A component within ADO.NET responsible for establishing a connection with a specific database, executing queries, and updating data.

A module within ADO.NET designed for working with various database systems. It provides tools for connecting, interacting with, and managing data.

The component responsible for storing a local copy of data tables from a database, enabling manipulation and updates independent of the original source.

A key component of the DataSet that holds data rows, with each row represented by a set of values. It defines the structure and relationships of data within the DataSet.

A specialized view of the contents of a DataTable that allows customized filtering and sorting of its data rows.

A component used within a DataSet to define associations between two DataTables, establishing relationships between them.

A component that maps a column of data in a database table to a corresponding column in a DataTable within a DataSet.

A file format used to store database information.

The process of adding new information to your database, such as creating new tables or modifying existing data.

A set of organized data stored and accessed electronically in a computer system.

A structured collection of data, organized in rows and columns.

A language used to interact with SQL Server databases. It's used for tasks like creating tables, adding data, and retrieving information.

A connection established between your application and a database server.

An object used to execute commands and retrieve data from a database.

An object used to read data from a database, providing a fast way to access and work with data.

The Command object in ADO.NET is used to execute SQL commands and stored procedures. It allows you to access and manipulate data within a database.

The Connection object in ADO.NET establishes and manages the communication link between your application and the database. It allows your code to connect to and disconnect from the data source.

The DataAdapter object in ADO.NET acts as a bridge between the data source (like a database) and a DataSet object in your application. It handles transferring data between them, essentially acting as a data pipeline.

The DataReader object in ADO.NET allows you to read data from a database in a forward-only, read-only manner. It's like a cursor that moves through the data row by row, retrieving data efficiently.

The SqlCommand, OleDbCommand, and ODBCCommand classes are used to wrap SQL statements or stored procedure calls. They provide a standardized way to interact with the database using SQL.

The SqlConnection, OleDbConnection, and ODBCConnection classes are used to establish connections to different types of databases. They handle the connection process and allow you to interact with the database once connected.

The SqlDataAdapter, OleDbDataAdapter, and ODBCDataAdapter classes handle the transfer of data between DataSets and the data source. They help populate DataSets with data and send updates back to the database.

The SqlDataReader, OleDbDataReader, and ODBCDataReader classes provide a means to read data from a database using a forward-only, read-only cursor. They allow you to access data in an efficient, stream-like manner.

A collection of classes in ADO.NET responsible for interacting with specific database systems like SQL Server, Oracle, or MySQL.

A namespace in ADO.NET that offers generic data access classes applicable to various database systems.

A namespace in ADO.NET that provides classes shared or overridden by different data providers, ensuring consistency and flexibility.

Provides classes that facilitate interaction with SQL Server databases, including connecting, querying, and managing data.

A tool within Visual Studio used to manage servers, establish connections, and interact with databases.

A file extension for the main database file, containing data and schema information.

A file extension for the log database files, used for recording transactions and ensuring database recoverability.

A software suite used to manage and administer SQL Server infrastructure, including deployment, monitoring, query building, and scripting.

A SQL command used to add new rows to a database table.

A SQL command used to update existing rows in a database table.

A clause used in SQL UPDATE statements to specify which rows should be modified based on a particular condition.

A method used to add a parameter to a SqlCommand object in C#, enabling dynamic values to be injected into SQL queries.

Specifies the computer name where the database is installed.

Specifies the database to access on the specified server. Database can also be used instead of Initial Catalog.

Establishes a secure connection to the database. Values can be 'true', 'false', 'yes', 'no', or 'SSPI'.

Used in a connection string to specify the server name. 'local' can be used for the local machine. Other aliases include Data Source, Address, or Addr.

You can specify the database name using "Database" or "Initial Catalog" in the connection string.

The connection string uses 'Trusted_Connection' or 'Integrated Security' to enable secure access to the database. Values 'true', 'false', 'yes', 'no', or 'SSPI' are accepted.

The server attribute is used in the connection string to connect to the specific server. 'local' can be used for the local machine.

The 'Database' or 'Initial Catalog' attribute in the connection string specifies the database to be accessed on the server.