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What role do databases play in areas where computers are used?

  • They play a negligible role in most areas.
  • They play a critical role in almost all areas. (correct)
  • They play a minor role in some areas.
  • They play a critical role in a few specific areas.

    • What is a characteristic of a database?

  • It is designed without any specific purpose in mind.
  • It is designed, built, and populated with data for a specific purpose. (correct)
  • It is populated with random data.
  • It is built without any intended group of users.

    • What is an example of a large database?

  • A list of names and addresses with a few hundred records.
  • A small collection of book titles and authors.
  • A database of personal contacts with a dozen entries.
  • The computerized catalog of a large library with half a million entries. (correct)

    • What type of data does Amazon.com's database contain?

    <p>Data for over 20 million books, CDs, videos, DVDs, games, electronics, apparel, and other items.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the impact of databases on the growing use of computers?

    <p>Databases have a major impact on the growing use of computers.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary role of databases in the use of computers?

    <p>Supporting various areas including business, medicine, and education</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a defining characteristic of a database?

    <p>It is designed and populated with data for a specific purpose</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the size and complexity of a database refer to?

    <p>It can vary from a few hundred records to half a million entries organized under different categories</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an example of a database with a large amount of diverse data?

    <p>Amazon.com with data for over 20 million books, CDs, videos, DVDs, games, electronics, and apparel</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of the intended group of users for a database?

    <p>It indicates the specific applications and interests related to the database</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of a database?

    <p>Storing and organizing data for a specific purpose</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the size and complexity of a database refer to?

    <p>The amount of data and the intricacy of its structure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of the intended group of users for a database?

    <p>It determines the applications in which the users are interested</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an example of a database with a large amount of diverse data?

    <p>Amazon.com's database with data for over 20 million items</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role do databases play in the use of computers?

    <p>Playing a critical role in almost all areas where computers are used</p> Signup and view all the answers

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