CHAPTER 30Database Concepts: Objective 5.1: Explain database concepts and the purpose of a database
Organizations use databases to maintain centralized stores of data that are available to all users who need them and are protected against unauthorized access and accidental damage.
In this chapter, you'll learn everything you need to know about ITF+ objective 5.1, including the following topics:
- Usage of database
- Flat file vs. database
- Records
- Storage
DATABASES
Databases provide organizations with a way to store their data centrally in organized tables so that many people can access it at the same time. Popular database platforms include Microsoft SQL Server, Oracle, and MySQL.
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