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A data dictionary is not commonly used in database systems.
A data dictionary is not commonly used in database systems.
False (B)
Data sharing and data independence are two important characteristics that distinguish database systems.
Data sharing and data independence are two important characteristics that distinguish database systems.
True (A)
In non-database systems, separate data files are not maintained for each application.
In non-database systems, separate data files are not maintained for each application.
False (B)
Database systems do not allow multiple users to access the data in different application programs.
Database systems do not allow multiple users to access the data in different application programs.
Database systems do not require a data resource management system to function effectively.
Database systems do not require a data resource management system to function effectively.
The guidance in the provided text applies to single-user environments, such as PCs.
The guidance in the provided text applies to single-user environments, such as PCs.
Database systems are created to prevent any form of data sharing among users.
Database systems are created to prevent any form of data sharing among users.
DBMS software is always supplied by an open-source developer.
DBMS software is always supplied by an open-source developer.
Data independence from application programs is not needed in database systems.
Data independence from application programs is not needed in database systems.
Adapting DBMS software to match the entity's needs is usually unnecessary.
Adapting DBMS software to match the entity's needs is usually unnecessary.
