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... database . Databases range from a small address book created and used by an individual , to a companywide database consisting of product and cus- tomer data used by ... Databases and Database Management Systems Overview What Is a Database?
... database . Databases range from a small address book created and used by an individual , to a companywide database consisting of product and cus- tomer data used by ... Databases and Database Management Systems Overview What Is a Database?
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... database when necessary ; that is , the individuals who use the database on a regular basis . Typically , users have no knowledge of the underlying database structure , how data is organized , or the manner in which data is retrieved ...
... database when necessary ; that is , the individuals who use the database on a regular basis . Typically , users have no knowledge of the underlying database structure , how data is organized , or the manner in which data is retrieved ...
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... database is , including common database terminology , and list some of the advantages and disadvan- tages of using databases . Chapter Objective 2 : Discuss some basic concepts and characteristics of data , such as data hierarchy ...
... database is , including common database terminology , and list some of the advantages and disadvan- tages of using databases . Chapter Objective 2 : Discuss some basic concepts and characteristics of data , such as data hierarchy ...
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TECHNOLOGY AND YOU Wired | 50 |
MODULE Hardware | 52 |
Input and Output 132 | 53 |
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