Introduction to Database Systems
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What approach to storing and processing data was used before the arrival of database systems?

  • Network model
  • File-based approach (correct)
  • Hierarchical approach
  • Relational model
  • Which database model has been the dominant approach in the industry since the early '80s?

  • NoSQL model
  • Relational model (correct)
  • Document-oriented model
  • Object-oriented model
  • Why is data storage essential for organizations and individuals according to the text?

  • To reduce efficiency
  • To complicate day-to-day processes
  • To increase hardware costs
  • To support business functions and decision-making (correct)
  • What is an inherent limitation of the traditional file-based approach to data storage?

    <p>Limited data retrieval capabilities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which technology serves as the core foundation for the global database industry according to the text?

    <p>Relational model</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose of social media platforms according to the text?

    <p>To provide a popular tool for communication in the 21st century</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of approach is referred to when data is stored in one or more separate computer files managed by different application programs?

    <p>File-based approach</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What could be a common limitation of the file-based approach mentioned in the text?

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

    What problem arises when data is kept in different files according to the text?

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

    In the context of the text, what is one of the challenges in implementing organization-wide security procedures on data?

    <p>Data stored in different files by different programs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is likely to be the preferred solution for managing high volumes of data and frequent data manipulation needs, based on the information provided?

    <p>Computer-based solution</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What term is used to refer to a set of related computer programs that perform various tasks required by a business?

    <p>'Computer application'</p> Signup and view all the answers

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