Understanding the Various Types of Database Applications
All the information described to this point applies equally to all databases. The basic fundamentals of databases, tables, keys, and indexes are supported by all database applications. At some point, however, databases start to differ—in price, performance, features, security, scalability, and more.
One decision you should make very early in the process is whether to use a shared file–based database, such as Microsoft Access, or a client/server database application, such as Microsoft SQL Server and Oracle. Each has advantages and disadvantages, and the key to determining which will work best for you is understanding the difference between shared file–based applications and client/server ...
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