Database introduction
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The document discusses database management systems (DBMS) which allow multiple users to access and update shared data simultaneously. It provides examples of DBMS use for tasks like shopping, payments, travel details, and online bookstores. The document then covers DBMS components, architectures, functions, advantages, and the typical development cycle.
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- 15. Functions of a DBMS Data storage , retrieval and update A user-accessible Catalog Hold data about the structure of database , users , applications and so on Transaction support Ensure that all the updates are made or that none of them are made Concurrency control services Enable many users to access shared data concurrently Recovery services When transaction fails, DB revovered to a consistent state
- 16. Functions of a DBMS Autorization services Only special part could have access to info Support for data communication Terminal at remote locations can communicate with host of DBMS through network Integrity Services Stored data are consistent and correct Services to promote Data Independence Utility Services Utility program help manage the DB effectively
- 17. Advantages of DBMS Control of data redundancy (duplication) Eliminate redundency where possible , Data consistency Data stored in more than once , system can ensure that all copies of the data are kept consistent Sharing of data By all authorized users Improved data integrity Rules that DB is not permitted to violate User define data and DBMS enforce it Improved maintenance through data independence Make application immune to changes in data description