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Operating System (OS) files do NOT hold data for your personal use. Any data in an OS file is used STRICTLY by the OS.
A database system is used for storing data of any kind. A text file is not stored data, so you wouldn't use a database for THAT. But a dictionary of words used in the text file, along with their definitions, could use a database.
Even pics can be stored in a database, and even a list of other files can be stored in a database.
by:Mohammed Abu Lamdy
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Why would you choose a database system instead of simply storing data in operating system files When would it make sense not to use a database system?
A database system provides structured data storage, efficient retrieval, data integrity, and concurrent access control that are not available with OS files. It is suitable when data needs to be queried, updated frequently, and maintained consistently across multiple users or applications. Using OS files might be more appropriate for storing small, non-relational datasets that do not require complex querying or transactional support.
When it is more appropriate to use a file system rather than a database?
One answer is when you are dealing with image files like JPGs or PDFs. One mistake I see people making is storing image files within a database. That's a poor design. They bloat the database and can't be indexed. You should store the images in a file system and simply put ponters in the database.
Contrast of database and database system?
A database is simply a collection of pieces of information (data). A text file storing names and phone numbers is a database. A database management system (DBMS) is some software that manages the data within the database such as MySQL. Both the software and the database are considered together when thinking of a DBMS.
Why does the cat choose to sleep on the floor instead of the bed?
The cat may choose to sleep on the floor instead of the bed because it finds the floor more comfortable, cooler, or simply prefers that spot for sleeping.
What is open office database?
The Open Office database program - is simply called 'Base'
You do not have access to the database?
This is not a programming issue; simply ask permission from the owner/administrator of the database in question.
What order are files stored in the database?
simply files are stored in database in upper to lower order.
What is definition of a database system architecture?
The generalized architecture of a database system is called the ANSI/SPARC model.many commercial systems and research database models fit within this framework.It can be divided into the following three levels : (a) External level or View level (b) Conceptual level (c) Internal level or Physical level By Lubna Khan
What does an inquiry database do?
An inquiry database, in other words, a place where questions are asked, simply asks questions. The inquire so no fraud is committed and etc. That is what an inquiry database does.
Why does my cat choose to sleep on the floor instead of their bed or other elevated surfaces?
Cats may choose to sleep on the floor instead of their bed or elevated surfaces because they prefer cooler temperatures, feel more secure being closer to the ground, or simply find the floor more comfortable.
What is an advantage of using a database rather than making a list or a table of information?
There is no difference if you save simply all the data either in Database or List of tables in a excel sheet. But one advantage of storing all the data in the database is, any DBMS software can easily (of course it can take it from Excel sheet too) extract the data using SQL and it can easily provide the following functionality 1. Consistency of the Database 2. Durablily 3. Automicity 4. Isolate transaction execution 5. Data Security By giveing proper authorization. But those things will be missed if you simply store the data in a Excell sheet or list. Those things should be taken care by a programmer by their code.
How to store junk in my basement?
A person can store junk in their basement by simply storing it there for further use.
