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 (A)</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 (D)</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 (C)</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 (B)</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 (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Data inconsistency (B)</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 (B)</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 (C)</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' (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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