Database Principles and Fundamentals of Design: Data Models Outline
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What is the main function of a Database Management System (DBMS)?

  • Generating historical reports
  • Writing ad hoc queries
  • Organizing file systems
  • Managing database structure and controlling access to data (correct)

    • Which of the following is NOT an advantage of a DBMS?

  • Integrated view of an organization's operations
  • Efficient data management
  • Data redundancy (correct)
  • Quick ad hoc query generation

    • In database design, what is the practical approach focused on?

  • Data redundancy and inconsistency
  • Logical design principles and concepts (correct)
  • Developing extensive programming in third-generation language (3GL)
  • Historical roots of database

    • What is a 'field' in the context of database terminology?

    <p>Group of characters with specific meaning</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a major disadvantage of a file system data management approach?

    <p>Requires extensive programming in 3GL</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does data redundancy lead to in uncontrolled scenarios?

    <p>Modification and insertion anomalies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a key advantage of database systems over file system management approach?

    <p>Eliminates inconsistency and data dependency problems</p> Signup and view all the answers

    "Field Definitions and Naming Conventions" are important in the context of:

    <p>&quot;File System Critique&quot;</p> Signup and view all the answers

    "Data Dependence" in the context of file systems requires modification of:

    <p>&quot;Data access programs&quot;</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary focus of the historical roots of database?

    <p>Computerized manual file systems</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of database design?

    <p>To organize and structure data in a way that supports efficient retrieval and modification</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did modern databases evolve from files and file systems?

    <p>By overcoming the flaws in file system data management</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does a DBMS (Database Management System) do?

    <p>Manages the storage and retrieval of data efficiently</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are business rules in the context of database design?

    <p>Rules governing the structure and behavior of data within an organization</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the basis for knowledge according to the provided text?

    <p>Timely and relevant information</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context of database management, what constitutes building blocks of information?

    <p>Processed data</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of database design?

    <p>To ensure efficient data management and retrieval</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of a Database Management System (DBMS)?

    <p>To facilitate the manipulation and management of data</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What constitutes the building blocks of information in the context of database management?

    <p>Both application data and metadata</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a major disadvantage of a file system data management approach?

    <p>Inability to share data across applications</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the basis for knowledge according to the provided text?

    <p>Good, timely, relevant information</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are business rules in the context of database design?

    <p>Constraints that dictate how the database should operate or behave</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary advantage of using a Database Management System (DBMS) over a file system management approach?

    <p>Eliminates inconsistency, data anomalies, and data redundancy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a critique of file systems in the context of data management?

    <p>Lack of data integrity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of historical roots of database in the context of computer applications?

    <p>Clerical tasks and requests for information</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context of file systems, what does a change in file structure require?

    <p>Modification of related programs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What problem does poor design in database systems lead to?

    <p>Unwanted data redundancy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of a Database Management System (DBMS) in relation to data management?

    <p>Manages database structure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does a change in a file's data characteristics require in the context of file system data management?

    <p>Must tell program what to do and how</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is field definitions and naming conventions important in the context of file systems?

    <p>Flexible record definition anticipates reporting requirements</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a major disadvantage of a file system data management approach?

    <p>Time consuming</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the importance of logical design in the context of database systems?

    <p>Focus on principles and concepts of database design</p> Signup and view all the answers

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