Databases and Database Management Systems Quiz

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Which of the following is NOT a consideration in the design of databases?

Efficient data representation and storage

Query languages

Hardware specifications (correct)

Data modeling

Where can small databases be stored?

Computer clusters

Database management system

Cloud storage

File system (correct)

What is a database management system (DBMS)?

The organized collection of data stored electronically

The facilities provided to administer the database

The software that interacts with end users, applications, and the database itself (correct)

The sum total of the database system

What is the term used to refer to the sum total of the database, the DBMS, and the associated applications?

Database system Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of a database management system?

To store and access data electronically Signup and view all the answers

What are some practical considerations in the design of databases?

Practical considerations in the design of databases include data modeling, efficient data representation and storage, query languages, security and privacy of sensitive data, and distributed computing issues. Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of a database management system (DBMS)?

A database management system (DBMS) interacts with end users, applications, and the database itself to capture and analyze data. It also provides core facilities to administer the database. Signup and view all the answers

What is the difference between small and large databases in terms of storage?

Small databases can be stored on a file system, while large databases are hosted on computer clusters or cloud storage. Signup and view all the answers