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What is a primary feature of a database?
What is a primary feature of a database?
- It requires external manual input at all times.
- It only allows rows without columns.
- It consists of arranged data stored in groups of tables. (correct)
- It cannot store relationships between data.
Which statement best describes the structure of a table in a database?
Which statement best describes the structure of a table in a database?
- Tables cannot have relationships with other tables.
- A table has rows and columns to organize data. (correct)
- Each table must have multiple primary keys.
- A table consists of only rows.
What role does a primary key serve in a database table?
What role does a primary key serve in a database table?
- It connects two tables through a foreign key.
- It acts as a unique identifier for each record. (correct)
- It is optional and not necessary in a database.
- It is a field that can be duplicated across multiple records.
Which of the following is a component of a Database Management System (DBMS)?
Which of the following is a component of a Database Management System (DBMS)?
What distinguishes a DBMS from simple data storage methods?
What distinguishes a DBMS from simple data storage methods?
Flashcards
Database
Database
Organized data, often stored in applications like spreadsheets.
Database Tables
Database Tables
Databases are made of tables with rows and columns.
Primary Key
Primary Key
A unique identifier for each row in a table.
Table Relationships
Table Relationships
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DBMS
DBMS
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Study Notes
Lecture 1: Introduction to Databases
- Databases are organized collections of data.
- Database data can be arranged using applications such as excel sheets or other similar applications.
- Databases are comprised of tables.
- Each table has rows and columns.
- Tables in a database can be related to each other.
- Tables connect through relationships between data in each table.
- A primary key in a table uniquely identifies each record or row.
Example Database Table
- Example table shown with columns: ID, First Name, Last Name, Address, City, Age.
- Example IDs are unique.
- Example data shows different people with Name, Address, City, and Age.
Database Management System (DBMS)
- DBMS is a system that manages databases.
- End users interact with DBMS through applications.
- Database applications connect with the DBMS.
- DBMS handles user requests for data input, deletion, updating, or querying.
DBMS Programs
- MySQL is a highly utilized DBMS program (38.6%).
- SQL Server is another highly utilized DBMS program (26.5%).
- SQLite, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, Oracle, Redis, and Cassandra are other commonly used DBMS programs. Their usage percentages are also shown.
Table Structure
- Tables have field names as headers for each column.
- Rows within a table contain data items for each field name.
- A "key field" (e.g., Student ID) is uniquely assigned to each row, to distinguish it from other rows.
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This quiz covers the foundational concepts of databases, including their structure, organization, and the role of Database Management Systems (DBMS). It addresses key components like tables, primary keys, and how DBMS interacts with users. Ideal for beginners looking to understand database fundamentals.
