Database System Concepts Quiz

Choose a study mode

Play Quiz
Study Flashcards
Spaced Repetition
Chat to Lesson

Podcast

Play an AI-generated podcast conversation about this lesson
Download our mobile app to listen on the go
Get App

Questions and Answers

What is a drawback of using file systems to store data?

  • Effortless access to data
  • Direct implementation of integrity constraints
  • Data redundancy and inconsistency (correct)
  • Automatic generation of class rosters

What is a challenge in accessing data when using file systems?

  • Difficulty in accessing data (correct)
  • Automatic generation of transcripts
  • Direct implementation of integrity constraints
  • Effortless data retrieval

What is a consequence of using file systems in terms of data isolation?

  • Automatic generation of class rosters
  • Direct implementation of integrity constraints
  • Effortless data isolation
  • Multiple file formats and duplication of information (correct)

Where do integrity problems arise when using file systems?

<p>Integrity constraints become buried in program code (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What kind of program was needed for each new task when using file systems?

<p>A new program for each new task (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards are hidden until you start studying

Study Notes

Database System Concepts

  • A Database Management System (DBMS) is a collection of interrelated data, a set of programs to access the data, and an environment that is both convenient and efficient to use.

Need for Databases

  • Databases are used in various applications such as banking, airlines, universities, sales, online retailers, manufacturing, and human resources.
  • Examples of database applications include:
    • Banking: transactions
    • Airlines: reservations, schedules
    • Universities: registration, grades
    • Sales: customers, products, purchases
    • Online retailers: order tracking, customized recommendations
    • Manufacturing: production, inventory, orders, supply chain
    • Human resources: employee records, salaries, tax deductions
  • Databases can be very large and touch all aspects of our lives.

Outline of Database System Concepts

  • The Need for Databases
  • Data Models
  • Relational Databases
  • Database Design
  • Storage Manager
  • Query Processing
  • Transaction Manager

Studying That Suits You

Use AI to generate personalized quizzes and flashcards to suit your learning preferences.

Quiz Team

More Like This

Use Quizgecko on...
Browser
Open
Browser
Browser