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What is a primary key in a relational database?
What is a primary key in a relational database?
What does normalization in database design aim to achieve?
What does normalization in database design aim to achieve?
Which of the following is an example of a data type used in relational databases?
Which of the following is an example of a data type used in relational databases?
What is the purpose of a foreign key in relational databases?
What is the purpose of a foreign key in relational databases?
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What is essential to consider when designing a database?
What is essential to consider when designing a database?
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What distinguishes data from information?
What distinguishes data from information?
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Which component is NOT part of the five components of Information Systems?
Which component is NOT part of the five components of Information Systems?
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What is the primary function of a database?
What is the primary function of a database?
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Why is it important to control redundant data in a database?
Why is it important to control redundant data in a database?
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What does knowledge represent in the context of data and information?
What does knowledge represent in the context of data and information?
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Which scenario is an example of a violation of data integrity?
Which scenario is an example of a violation of data integrity?
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What is a non-relational database primarily characterized by?
What is a non-relational database primarily characterized by?
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What role does a database management system (DBMS) play?
What role does a database management system (DBMS) play?
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Which type of view shows how end users perceive the data?
Which type of view shows how end users perceive the data?
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Which operation creates a new subset consisting of columns from a table?
Which operation creates a new subset consisting of columns from a table?
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What is the primary use of SQL in a Database Management System?
What is the primary use of SQL in a Database Management System?
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Which of the following best describes the purpose of the Join operation in a relational DBMS?
Which of the following best describes the purpose of the Join operation in a relational DBMS?
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What storage approach is suggested for the field data types in a database?
What storage approach is suggested for the field data types in a database?
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Which of the following is NOT an example of a Database Management System (DBMS)?
Which of the following is NOT an example of a Database Management System (DBMS)?
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What does the operation 'Select' do in the context of a relational DBMS?
What does the operation 'Select' do in the context of a relational DBMS?
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What is the main function of a Database Management System?
What is the main function of a Database Management System?
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What does the 'Variety' in the 4Vs framework of Big Data refer to?
What does the 'Variety' in the 4Vs framework of Big Data refer to?
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Which of the following databases is designed to scale better than relational databases?
Which of the following databases is designed to scale better than relational databases?
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What is a defining characteristic of Blockchain technology?
What is a defining characteristic of Blockchain technology?
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Which of the following statements accurately describes NFTs?
Which of the following statements accurately describes NFTs?
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In the context of Big Data, what does 'Veracity' refer to?
In the context of Big Data, what does 'Veracity' refer to?
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Which type of database would be most suitable for managing unstructured data?
Which type of database would be most suitable for managing unstructured data?
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What technology primarily enhances the security and reduces transaction costs in digital currencies?
What technology primarily enhances the security and reduces transaction costs in digital currencies?
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Which of the following cloud services offers a relational database engine?
Which of the following cloud services offers a relational database engine?
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What is one major benefit of a data warehouse?
What is one major benefit of a data warehouse?
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What is the primary purpose of data mining?
What is the primary purpose of data mining?
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How does business analytics differ from business intelligence?
How does business analytics differ from business intelligence?
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What is the primary goal of knowledge management (KM)?
What is the primary goal of knowledge management (KM)?
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In a relational database, what is the purpose of a primary key?
In a relational database, what is the purpose of a primary key?
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Which of the following statements about databases is false?
Which of the following statements about databases is false?
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What characteristic does big data NOT encompass?
What characteristic does big data NOT encompass?
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What capability does a Relational Database Management System (RDBMS) provide?
What capability does a Relational Database Management System (RDBMS) provide?
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Study Notes
Data, Information and Knowledge
- Data: Raw facts without context or intent.
- Information: Data given context, becomes specific.
- Knowledge: Information aggregated and analyzed to inform decisions, policies, and innovation.
- Wisdom: Knowledge combined with experience, improves decision making.
Database
- An organized collection of related information used for decision making.
- Example: University transcript database containing student, course, and grade information.
- Prevents redundant data: Ensures data consistency across multiple spreadsheets.
- Maintains data integrity: Prevents inconsistencies in information related to different processes.
- Avoids reliance on human memory: Provides a structured system for storing and searching information.
Relational Database
- Organizes data into tables containing records and fields.
- Example: Student database with records containing fields like student ID, course ID, and grade earned.
- Tables are organized into rows (records) and columns (fields).
Database Design
- Goal: Understand the purpose of the database to appropriately design it.
- Data needed: Identify the essential data elements for achieving the goal.
- Data relationships: Understand how data is connected within the organization.
- Tables and fields: Define the structure of the database, specifying tables and their respective fields.
Primary Key
- A unique field within a table used to identify each record.
- Remains unchanged throughout the record’s lifecycle.
- Example: Student number uniquely identifies each student in a student database.
Foreign Key
- Connects records in different tables by linking to the primary key field of another table.
- Ensures consistency and integrity by preventing data duplication and ensuring that data is updated correctly.
Data Types
- Text: Non-numeric data, limited to 256 characters.
- Number: Numeric data for calculations.
- Boolean: True/False or Yes/No values, represented as 0 or 1.
- Date/Time: Data that can be interpreted as a number or a time.
- Currency: Monetary data.
- Paragraph Text: Stores text exceeding 256 characters.
- Object: Represents data that cannot be categorized with other data types, such as pictures or music files.
Database Management Systems (DBMS)
- Software used to create, store, organize, and access data from a database.
- Common database systems include Microsoft Access, DB2, Oracle Database, and Microsoft SQL Server.
- Uses SQL (Structured Query Language) to analyze and manipulate data within relational databases.
- Provides a separation between the logical and physical views of data.
Logical View
- Represents how end users see data, presenting it in a user-friendly manner.
Physical View
- Shows how the data is physically stored and organized within the database.
Non-Relational Databases
- Often referred to as "NoSQL" (Not Only SQL).
- Scalable for large datasets that don’t easily fit into traditional table structures.
- Work with unstructured data like social media posts and graphics.
- Offer a more flexible data model and don’t require extensive structuring.
- Examples include Amazon’s Simple DB and MetLife’s MongoDB.
Cloud Databases
- Relational databases provided by cloud computing services, with pricing based on usage.
- Appeal to small and medium-sized businesses.
- Example: Amazon Relational Database Service offering MySQL, Microsoft SQL Server, and Oracle Database engines.
Distributed Databases
- Data is stored across multiple physical locations.
- Examples: Google’s Spanner cloud service.
Blockchain
- A distributed database of transactions that operates on a network without central authority.
- Maintains a continuously growing list of records (blocks) that cannot be altered once recorded.
- Offers cost savings for transaction processing and enhanced security
- Used in cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and NFTs.
Data Warehouse Benefits
- Forces organizations to better understand their data.
- Offers a centralized view of data, facilitating identification of inconsistencies.
- Improves data quality by resolving inconsistencies, leading to better business decisions.
- Allows analysis of data over multiple time periods, providing insights into long-term trends.
- Provides tools for combining data from multiple sources for deeper business insights.
Data Mining
- An automated process for analyzing large datasets.
- Used to discover previously hidden trends, patterns, and associations.
- Aims to support better business decisions.
- Involves business intelligence, using mined data to gain a competitive advantage.
- Also includes business analytics, using internal data to improve business processes and practices.
- Raises privacy concerns because it allows combining data from multiple sources, potentially revealing sensitive personal information.
Knowledge Management (KM)
- The process of formally capturing, indexing, and storing company knowledge.
- Addresses the challenge of capturing, storing, and organizing company knowledge effectively.
- Aims to make knowledge readily accessible and usable within the organization.
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Explore the fundamental concepts of data, information, and knowledge while delving into database organization and relational databases. This quiz covers definitions, examples, and the significance of maintaining data integrity and consistency. Test your understanding of how databases support effective decision-making.