MS Access Database Management

Create a new database by selecting "Blank Desktop Database" in the Access start page
Choose a location and file name for the database
Set the file format: ACCDB (default) or MDB (compatible with earlier versions)

Tables: Store data in rows and columns
- Create a table by selecting "Table" in the Navigation Pane
- Define fields (columns) and data types
Forms: Interactive interfaces for data entry and editing
- Create a form by selecting "Form" in the Navigation Pane
- Design the form layout and add controls
Reports: Printable or savable summaries of data
- Create a report by selecting "Report" in the Navigation Pane
- Design the report layout and add controls
Queries: Requests to manipulate or retrieve data
- Create a query by selecting "Query" in the Navigation Pane
- Define the query type (Select, Insert, Update, Delete)
Macros: Automate tasks and workflows
- Create a macro by selecting "Macro" in the Navigation Pane
- Record or write macro actions

Data Normalization: Organize data to minimize redundancy and improve integrity
- First Normal Form (1NF): each table cell contains a single value
- Second Normal Form (2NF): each non-key attribute depends on the entire primary key
- Third Normal Form (3NF): if a table is in 2NF, and a non-key attribute depends on another non-key attribute, then it should be moved to a separate table
Data Validation: Ensure data accuracy and consistency
- Set field properties (e.g., data type, format, input mask)
- Create validation rules (e.g., required, unique, range checks)

User-Level Security: Control access to database objects and data
- Create user groups and assign permissions
- Set passwords and encryption
Data Encryption: Protect data in transit and at rest
- Enable encryption for the database file
- Use secure connections (e.g., SSL/TLS)

Backup and Restore: Regularly backup the database to prevent data loss
- Use the built-in backup feature or third-party tools
Compact and Repair: Periodically compact the database to improve performance
- Use the built-in compact and repair feature
Optimize Performance: Monitor and improve database performance
- Use the built-in performance monitoring tools
- Optimize queries and indexes

Create a new database by selecting "Blank Desktop Database" in the Access start page
Choose a location and file name for the database
Set the file format: ACCDB (default) or MDB (compatible with earlier versions)

Tables:
- Store data in rows and columns
- Define fields (columns) and data types
Forms:
- Interactive interfaces for data entry and editing
- Design the form layout and add controls
Reports:
- Printable or savable summaries of data
- Design the report layout and add controls
Queries:
- Requests to manipulate or retrieve data
- Define the query type (Select, Insert, Update, Delete)
Macros:
- Automate tasks and workflows
- Record or write macro actions

Data Normalization:
- Organize data to minimize redundancy and improve integrity
- First Normal Form (1NF): each table cell contains a single value
- Second Normal Form (2NF): each non-key attribute depends on the entire primary key
- Third Normal Form (3NF): if a table is in 2NF, and a non-key attribute depends on another non-key attribute, then it should be moved to a separate table
Data Validation:
- Ensure data accuracy and consistency
- Set field properties (e.g., data type, format, input mask)
- Create validation rules (e.g., required, unique, range checks)

User-Level Security:
- Control access to database objects and data
- Create user groups and assign permissions
- Set passwords and encryption
Data Encryption:
- Protect data in transit and at rest
- Enable encryption for the database file
- Use secure connections (e.g., SSL/TLS)

Backup and Restore:
- Regularly backup the database to prevent data loss
- Use the built-in backup feature or third-party tools
Compact and Repair:
- Periodically compact the database to improve performance
- Use the built-in compact and repair feature
Optimize Performance:
- Monitor and improve database performance
- Use the built-in performance monitoring tools
- Optimize queries and indexes