10 Questions
What is the primary advantage of a three-tier client-server architecture?
The database server is only accessible via the middle tier
Which of the following is NOT a common classification of database management systems (DBMS)?
Transactional
Which type of DBMS is typically used with personal computers?
Single-user DBMS
Which of the following is a key characteristic of a federated or multidatabase system?
The participating databases are loosely coupled with a high degree of autonomy
What is a key difference between a homogeneous and heterogeneous distributed DBMS?
Homogeneous DBMS use the same DBMS software, while heterogeneous DBMS use different DBMS software
Which of the following is NOT a common type of NoSQL database system?
Relational
Which of the following specialized modules is typically offered by commercial DBMS vendors?
Data mining and analytics tools
What is a key advantage of using a free, open-source DBMS like MySQL or PostgreSQL?
They have a lower total cost of ownership
What is a key limitation of a distributed database system compared to a centralized system?
They do not support a totally distributed environment
Which of the following is NOT a common data model used in modern DBMS?
Temporal
Learn about additional specialized functionality modules like time-series, spatial data, document, and XML modules in databases. Explore licensing options, access paths within database systems, and considerations for fully indexed databases.
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