Basics

A database has the following implicit properties

Reflecting changes in business applications in database systems ensures they are a true reflection of the miniworld they represent

A database can only be big and complex

Which category of the following can be stored and managed in a database

The DBMS is

(1)________ that facilitates the processes of (2)______, (3)_______, (4)________, and
(5)________ databases among various users and applications

Data specification in the database includes

The database definition or descriptive information is also stored by the DBMS in the form of a database catalog or dictionary; it is called meta-_________

__________ the database is the process of storing the data on some storage medium that is controlled by the DBMS

Manipulating a database includes functions such as (1)_______ the database to retrieve specific data, (2)_______ the database to reflect changes in the miniworld, and (3)_______ reports from the data

Sharing a database allows multiple users and programs to access the database

An application program accesses the database by sending queries or transactions for data to the DBMS

1. A _______ typically causes some data to be retrieved
2. A _______ may cause some data to be read and some data to be written into the database

A DBMS system does not need to provide protection and maintenance functions over a long period of time as it may be the responsibility of the storage or hardware boxes

It is absolutely necessary to use general-purpose DBMS software to implement a computerized database