Database Recovery Techniques Quiz
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What is the main reason for needing database recovery?

  • To process actual business data stably
  • To ensure rapid backup using VTL
  • To recover lost data after a system failure (correct)
  • To prevent data corruption
  • Which of the following best describes the concept of database recovery?

  • Recovering lost data after a system failure (correct)
  • Ensuring rapid backup of all data
  • Preventing all types of database failures
  • Using VTL for stable data processing
  • What is the primary focus of database backup methods?

  • Preventing data loss entirely
  • Stable data processing and recovery (correct)
  • Ensuring rapid online work resumption
  • Using Virtual Tape Library (VTL) for backups
  • Which of the following actions is NOT part of database recovery?

    <p>Preventing data corruption</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the redo process in database recovery?

    <p>To reapply changes after a system failure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a common type of database failure that necessitates recovery?

    <p>System failure leading to data loss</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the 'Archive or dump' principle in database recovery?

    <p>To record old and new values of changing data.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of database recovery action involves loading the most recent copy of the database and re-executing changes from the log?

    <p>Redo</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main objective of the 'Undo' process in database recovery?

    <p>To restore the database to its original state by canceling changes.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What technique involves faster recovery speed than log-based recovery?

    <p>Shadow paging technique</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which database troubleshooting technique involves checking logs to determine Redo and Undo actions?

    <p>Log-based technique</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which recovery technique involves simple Undo and no need for Redo?

    <p>Recovery using shadow page tables</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which scenario does the 'Redo' process come into play during database recovery?

    <p>To execute write operations again from the log for forward recovery.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In a distributed database, what protocol should be used to maintain the atomicity of multiple transactions?

    <p>2-phase commit protocol</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What action is taken during 'Undo' in database recovery?

    <p>Restoring the database to its original state.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which database system issue can occur when one site completes a transaction while the other site cancels the same transaction?

    <p>Data inconsistency</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What causes overhead when using shadow page tables for recovery?

    <p>Copying and recording shadow page tables</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it difficult to use shadow paging alone when several transactions are executed simultaneously?

    <p>Complexity in maintaining atomicity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Database Recovery Techniques

    • Redo technique uses redo and undo, and is slow due to checkpoint recovery.
    • Undo technique is faster than redo, but it uses undo and no redo.
    • Shadow paging technique is fast, but it's difficult to use alone when multiple transactions are executed simultaneously.

    2-Phase Commit Protocol

    • Used in distributed databases to maintain atomicity of transactions.
    • Ensures either all participating databases complete the transaction or none of them do.

    Database Recovery Principles

    • Principle of information redundancy: uses archive or dump and log or journal to recover data.
    • Archive or dump: copies and stores a database to another storage device.
    • Log or journal: records old and new values of changing data each time a database is changed.

    Database Recovery Actions

    • Redo: uses archive copy and log to restore the database to its previous state after a commit.
    • Undo: uses log and backward cancellation operation to restore the database to its original state before a commit.

    Comparison of Database Recovery Techniques

    • Log-based technique: uses log files for recovery, but is slow due to time delay.
    • Shadow paging technique: uses shadow page tables, but has overhead due to copying and recording.

    Database Troubleshooting

    • Importance of database recovery: data can be corrupted due to problems, and restoring the database is vital for stable data processing.
    • Recent trends: DBMS operates database backup policies, and backup methods are evolving continuously.

    Learning Objectives

    • Explain the concept and type of database failures.
    • Explain the concept and methods of database recovery.
    • Explain how to recover a distributed database.
    • Explain and apply the types and characteristics of database backup methods.

    Importance of Database Recovery

    • IT-related losses can be significant, and data loss can cause serious damages to enterprises.
    • Database recovery is necessary to restore lost data and resume online work quickly.

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    Test your knowledge on database recovery techniques such as Redo, Undo, log-based recovery, and shadow page tables. Learn about the advantages and disadvantages of each method in ensuring data consistency and availability.

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