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Introduction to Database Systems
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What is the primary purpose of a database system in an organization?

  • To present data to customers and clients on the World-Wide- Web only
  • To support a single commercial process
  • To manage large data sets efficiently and persistently (correct)
  • To maintain internal records only

    • Which of the following best describes the role of a DBMS in a database system?

  • A DBMS is a simple software tool for managing data
  • A DBMS is responsible for creating and managing small amounts of data
  • A DBMS is a specialized software that creates and manages large amounts of data efficiently and safely over long periods of time (correct)
  • A DBMS is responsible for presenting data to customers and clients on the World-Wide- Web

    • What is the power of databases attributed to?

  • The body of knowledge and technology developed over several decades (correct)
  • The simplicity of the software
  • The ease of use
  • The ability to manage small amounts of data

    • What is the common dialect definition of a database?

    <p>A collection of data that is managed by a DBMS</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is not a common use of databases in businesses?

    <p>Managing personal records</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the data management in a database system involve?

    <p>Both the definition and manipulation of data</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary focus of the DB course according to the text?

    <p>How to organize data supporting multiple users and efficient data retrieval</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is not a major approach of data management mentioned in the text?

    <p>Cloud-based Data Management</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the limitations of the manual approach to data management?

    <p>It is difficult to update, retrieve, and integrate data, and is limited to small size information</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the difference between the manual approach and the traditional file-based approach to data management?

    <p>The traditional file-based approach is a decentralized computerized data handling method</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary benefit of the database approach to data management?

    <p>It allows for easy cross-referencing and integration of data</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main drawback of the traditional file-based approach to data management?

    <p>It is difficult to update, retrieve, and integrate data</p> Signup and view all the answers

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