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What is a database?
An organized collection of structured information or data, typically stored electronically in a computer system.
What serves as an interface between the database and its end-users?
Database Management System (DBMS).
Which of the following describes unstructured data?
What type of data may have different sets of attributes, but contains semantic tags?
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Who are naive users?
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What is the function of a Database Application?
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A centralized database system supports data distributed across multiple sites.
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What is a database?
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Which of the following statements about a Database Management System (DBMS) is true?
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Unstructured data exists in its original (raw) state and can come in all shapes and ______.
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Naive users are sophisticated users who write programs to interact with the system.
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What are the three types of data mentioned?
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What is the role of application programmers?
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What type of database system supports data located at a single site?
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Study Notes
Components of Database System
- Database: An organized collection of structured information stored electronically, typically controlled by a Database Management System (DBMS).
- DBMS: Intermediary between the database and users/programs, enabling data retrieval, updating, and management. Facilitates administrative operations like performance monitoring, backup, and recovery.
- Database Application: Computer programs that act as intermediaries, allowing users to interact with the DBMS through database query languages.
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Users:
- Naive users use predefined interfaces (e.g., web/mobile apps).
- Application programmers develop application software.
- Sophisticated users interact directly with the DBMS using query language without programming.
Types of Data
- Structured Data: Follows predefined formats and schemas, easily stored and queried.
- Unstructured Data: Exists in its raw state without a predefined format, can vary greatly in type and size.
- Semi-structured Data: Contains data items with different attributes and semantic tags, lacks a strict schema.
Example of Structured Data
- Sample entry for a database:
- ID: 1
- Name: Justin York
- Age: 27
- Gender: Male
- Address: Makati, Philippines
- Contact: +639358491124
- Email: [email protected]
Database System Architecture
- Involves the design and construction of databases, focusing on their operation and integration within existing structures.
- Centralized Database System: A database located at a single site, emphasizing simplicity in management and access.
Types of Database Management System
- Different DBMS types may exist, categorized by their architecture and functionality, though specifics on types are not detailed in the text.
Components of Database System
- Database: An organized collection of structured information stored electronically, typically controlled by a Database Management System (DBMS).
- DBMS: Intermediary between the database and users/programs, enabling data retrieval, updating, and management. Facilitates administrative operations like performance monitoring, backup, and recovery.
- Database Application: Computer programs that act as intermediaries, allowing users to interact with the DBMS through database query languages.
-
Users:
- Naive users use predefined interfaces (e.g., web/mobile apps).
- Application programmers develop application software.
- Sophisticated users interact directly with the DBMS using query language without programming.
Types of Data
- Structured Data: Follows predefined formats and schemas, easily stored and queried.
- Unstructured Data: Exists in its raw state without a predefined format, can vary greatly in type and size.
- Semi-structured Data: Contains data items with different attributes and semantic tags, lacks a strict schema.
Example of Structured Data
- Sample entry for a database:
- ID: 1
- Name: Justin York
- Age: 27
- Gender: Male
- Address: Makati, Philippines
- Contact: +639358491124
- Email: [email protected]
Database System Architecture
- Involves the design and construction of databases, focusing on their operation and integration within existing structures.
- Centralized Database System: A database located at a single site, emphasizing simplicity in management and access.
Types of Database Management System
- Different DBMS types may exist, categorized by their architecture and functionality, though specifics on types are not detailed in the text.
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This quiz covers key concepts related to Advanced Database Systems, focusing on structured data formats and schemas. Students will explore components of database systems, including databases, tables, and data organization. Prepare to test your understanding of how data is structured and accessed within a database.
