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?

    <p>Database system</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose of a database management system?

    <p>To store and access data electronically</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are some practical considerations in the design of databases?

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

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

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

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

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

    What is a database system?

    <p>A database system refers to the sum total of the database, the DBMS, and the associated applications.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is the term 'database' often used?

    <p>The term 'database' is often used loosely.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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