Understanding Database System Architecture
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What is the reason for not storing the database in the main memory?

  • Main memory is slower than secondary storage devices
  • Main memory is volatile in nature (correct)
  • Main memory cannot handle large data volumes
  • Main memory has limited storage capacity
  • Why are secondary storage devices like hard disks or SSDs not sufficient for handling the increased volume of data?

  • They are not compatible with database systems
  • They are volatile in nature
  • They have limited capacity compared to the increasing data volume (correct)
  • They are slower than main memory
  • What is the primary solution for handling the enormous amount of data in the contemporary world?

  • Reducing the volume of data
  • Storage servers, data centers, or cloud (correct)
  • Using secondary storage devices exclusively
  • Increasing the capacity of main memory
  • What happens to the data when a user deletes a post from their social media account?

    <p>It is not actually deleted from the server</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an example of an organization handling an enormous amount of data every day?

    <p>Facebook</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the reason for not storing the database in the main memory?

    <p>Main memory is volatile and cannot store large volumes of data</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why are secondary storage devices like hard disks or SSDs not sufficient for handling the increased volume of data?

    <p>The increased volume of data exceeds the storage capacity of these devices</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to the data when a user deletes a post from their social media account?

    <p>The post is deleted from the user's view but remains stored in the server</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary solution for handling the enormous amount of data in the contemporary world?

    <p>Storage servers, data centers, or cloud capable of handling large volumes of data</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What organization handles an enormous amount of data every day as mentioned in the text?

    <p>Facebook</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Data Storage Challenges

    • Main memory is not used to store databases because of its limited capacity and volatility, which makes it unreliable for long-term data storage.

    Limitations of Secondary Storage

    • Hard disks and SSDs are not sufficient for handling increased data volumes due to their limited capacity, slow access times, and high cost.

    Big Data Solution

    • The primary solution for handling enormous amounts of data is to use distributed storage systems, such as cloud storage, which provide scalability, high availability, and low cost.

    Data Deletion

    • When a user deletes a post from their social media account, the data is not immediately deleted but rather marked for deletion and may still be stored on the server for a period of time before being permanently deleted.

    Example of Big Data Handling

    • Facebook is an example of an organization that handles an enormous amount of data every day, with billions of users and a vast amount of user-generated content.

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    Learn about the fundamental concepts of database system architecture and the crucial role of DBMS in organizations. Explore the vast range of data handled by DBMS and its significance in managing data at various scales.

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