Here I am going to attempt to define the term ‘database’; but unfortunately, like many terms used in computer technology, there is considerable variation in interpretations placed on the word ‘database’.
A basic look would be something like ‘a collection of data’. Ha ha, yes that is rather basic I know and trust me thats not it. I have more to tell you so stay with me.
Another look might be ‘a large centralised shared data repository’, but surely that definition would not include a database on a personal computer.
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The Database Concept! What do I mean by this? Well, I certainly do not mean that further down this article your going to see a fantastic picture of a new innovative concept car. (That would be nice though!)
No, what I mean by The Database Concept is basically the reason why we have databases today and use them so much in everyday life. Before I begin, lets just take a short look at the common problems with files systems in general that became apparent for us to consider the use of a database.
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